Strong's Lexicon Thaddaios: Thaddaeus Original Word: Θαδδαῖος Word Origin: Of uncertain origin; possibly derived from the Aramaic "tadday," meaning "breast" or "heart." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for Thaddaeus, as it is a Greek name. However, the name may be related to the Hebrew root "תדד" (tadad), which means "to love" or "to cherish." Usage: Thaddaeus is one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He is listed among the apostles in the synoptic Gospels and Acts. Thaddaeus is often identified with Judas, son of James, to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus. Cultural and Historical Background: In the first-century Jewish context, names often held significant meaning and were sometimes indicative of a person's character or role. Thaddaeus, as one of the lesser-known apostles, is not extensively detailed in the New Testament. However, his inclusion among the twelve signifies his role as a foundational member of the early Christian community. The apostles were chosen by Jesus to be His closest followers and were instrumental in spreading the Gospel after His resurrection and ascension. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2280: ΘαδδαῖοςΘαδδαῖος, Θαδδαιου, ὁ (תַּדַּי, perhaps large-hearted or courageous, although it has not been shown that תַּד equivalent to the Hebrew שַׁד can meanpectus as well asmamma; (some would connect the terms by the fact that the 'child of one's heart' may be also described as a 'bosom-child'; but see B. D. under the word Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Thaddaeus. Of uncertain origin; Thaddaeus, one of the Apostles -- Thaddaeus. Forms and Transliterations Θαδδαιον Θαδδαῖον Θαδδαιος Θαδδαῖος Thaddaion Thaddaîon Thaddaios ThaddaîosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 10:3 N-NMSGRK: Ἁλφαίου καὶ Θαδδαῖος NAS: the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus; KJV: Lebbaeus, whose surname was Thaddaeus; INT: of Alphaeus and Thaddaeus Mark 3:18 N-AMS Strong's Greek 2280 |
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