Strong's Lexicon theomachos: God-fighter, one who fights against God Original Word: θεόμαχος Word Origin: From θεός (theos, "God") and μάχομαι (machomai, "to fight" or "to oppose") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "theomachos," the concept of opposing God can be seen in terms like סָרָה (sarah, "rebellion") and מָרָד (marad, "to rebel"). Usage: The term "theomachos" is used to describe someone who opposes or fights against God. It conveys a sense of active resistance or rebellion against divine authority. In the context of the New Testament, it often refers to individuals or groups who resist God's will or His messengers. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of opposing the divine was not uncommon, as various myths and stories depicted gods and humans in conflict. However, within the Judeo-Christian tradition, opposing God was seen as a grave sin, often leading to dire consequences. The early Christian community, facing persecution and opposition, would have been acutely aware of the spiritual and physical battles against forces that resisted God's purposes. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom theos and machomai Definition fighting against God NASB Translation fighting against God (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2314: θεομάχοςθεομάχος, θεομαχου, ὁ (Θεός and μάχομαι), fighting against God, resisting God: Acts 5:39. (Symm, Job 26:5; Proverbs 9:18; Proverbs 21:16; Heracl. Pont. alleg. Homer. 1; Lucian, Jup. tr. 45.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance to fight against God. From theos and machomai; an opponent of deity -- to fight against God. see GREEK theos see GREEK machomai Forms and Transliterations θεομαχοι θεομάχοι theomachoi theomáchoiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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