Strong's Lexicon Elumas: Elymas Original Word: Ἐλύμας Word Origin: Of uncertain origin, possibly derived from an Arabic or Aramaic root meaning "wise" or "sorcerer." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for Elymas, as it is a Greek name. However, the concept of a sorcerer or magician can be related to Hebrew terms such as "מְכַשֵּׁף" (mekhashef), meaning "sorcerer" or "magician," found in passages like Exodus 22:18. Usage: Elymas is a name used in the New Testament to refer to a Jewish sorcerer and false prophet. He is also known as Bar-Jesus. The name Elymas is associated with his role as a magician or sorcerer, which is evident in his opposition to the apostle Paul. Cultural and Historical Background: In the first-century Mediterranean world, magicians and sorcerers were not uncommon. They often claimed to possess secret knowledge and power, sometimes blending elements of various religious traditions. Elymas, as a Jewish sorcerer, would have been seen as someone who mixed Jewish beliefs with magical practices, which was contrary to Jewish law. His encounter with Paul and Barnabas took place on the island of Cyprus, a region known for its diverse religious practices and openness to various forms of spirituality. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Aramaic or Arab. origin Definition Elymas, a magician NASB Translation Elymas (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1681: ἘλύμαςἘλύμας, ὁ (Buttmann, 20 (18)), Elymas, an appellative name which Luke interprets as μάγος — derived either, as is commonly supposed, from the Arabic Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Elymas. Of foreign origin; Elymas, a wizard -- Elymas. Forms and Transliterations Ελυμας Ἐλύμας Elumas Elymas ElýmasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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