Strong's Lexicon theros: Summer, harvest Original Word: θέρος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb θέρμαινω (thermaino), meaning "to heat" or "to warm." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of summer or harvest is קָיִץ (qayits), Strong's Hebrew 7019, which also denotes the season of summer and the time of harvest. Usage: In the New Testament, "theros" primarily refers to the season of summer, which is associated with warmth and the time of harvest. It is used metaphorically to indicate a period of fruition or the culmination of growth. The term is often employed to signify readiness or the approach of a significant event, drawing on the imagery of the harvest as a time of gathering and completion. Cultural and Historical Background: In the agrarian society of ancient Israel and the broader Mediterranean world, summer was a critical time for agriculture. It was the season when crops reached maturity and were harvested. The concept of harvest was deeply embedded in the cultural and religious life of the people, symbolizing both physical sustenance and spiritual truths. The harvest was a time of joy and thanksgiving, as well as a reminder of God's provision and faithfulness. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom theró (to heat) Definition summer NASB Translation summer (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2330: θέροςθέρος, θέρους, τό (θέρω to heat), summer: Matthew 24:32; Mark 13:28; Luke 21:30. (From Homer down; Hebrew קַיִץ, Proverbs 6:8 Genesis 8:22.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance summer. From a primary thero (to heat); properly, heat, i.e. Summer -- summer. Forms and Transliterations θέρει θερος θέρος θέρους θέσις θεσμούς theros thérosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 24:32 N-NNSGRK: ἐγγὺς τὸ θέρος NAS: you know that summer is near; KJV: ye know that summer [is] nigh: INT: near [is] the summer Mark 13:28 N-NNS Luke 21:30 N-NNS |
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