Lexicon herméneuó: To interpret, to translate, to explain Original Word: ἑρμηνεύω Strong's Exhaustive Concordance interpret. From a presumed derivative of Hermes (as the god of language); to translate -- interpret. see GREEK Hermes NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom Hermés Definition to interpret NASB Translation translated (2), translation (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2059: ἑρμηνεύωἑρμηνεύω: (present passive ἑρμηνεύομαι); (from Ἑρμῆς, who was held to be the god of speech, writing, eloquence, learning); 1. to explain in words, expound: (Sophocles, Euripides), Xenophon, Plato, others. 2. to interpret, i. e. to translate what has been spoken or written in a foreign tongue into the vernacular (Xenophon, an. 5, 4, 4): John 1:38 ( Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of interpretation or translation in the Hebrew Bible is often associated with the Hebrew root פָּתַר (pathar), Strong's Hebrew 6622, which means "to interpret" or "to explain," as seen in the context of interpreting dreams in the book of Genesis (e.g., Genesis 40:8). Another related Hebrew term is תַּרְגֵּם (targem), Strong's Hebrew 8637, which means "to translate" or "to interpret," though it is less frequently used in the Old Testament. Usage: The verb ἑρμηνεύω appears in the New Testament in contexts where interpretation or translation is necessary, particularly in relation to languages or spiritual gifts. Context: The Greek verb ἑρμηνεύω is primarily used in the New Testament to denote the act of interpreting or translating spoken or written language. This term is significant in the context of early Christian communities, where diverse linguistic backgrounds necessitated the interpretation of teachings and prophecies. Englishman's Concordance John 1:42 V-PIM/P-3SGRK: Κηφᾶς ὃ ἑρμηνεύεται Πέτρος NAS: Cephas (which is translated Peter). KJV: which is by interpretation, A stone. INT: Cephas which means Peter John 9:7 V-PIM/P-3S Hebrews 7:2 V-PPM/P-NMS Strong's Greek 2059 |
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