2363. Thuateira

Lexicon

Thuateira: Thyatira

Original Word: Θυάτειρα
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: Thuateira
Pronunciation: thü-ä'-tā-rä
Phonetic Spelling: (thoo-at'-i-rah)
Definition: Thyatira
Meaning: Thyatira, a city of the old district Lydia, in the Roman province Asia.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Thyatira.

Of uncertain derivation; Thyatira, a place in Asia Minor -- Thyatira.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of uncertain origin
Definition
Thyatira, a city of Lydia
NASB Translation
Thyatira (4).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2363: Θυάτειρα

Θυάτειρα, Θυατείρων, τά (and once Θυατειρας, ἡ, Revelation 1:11 Lachmann Θυατειραν (cf. Tdf. at the passage; WHs Appendix, p. 156; Buttmann, 18 (16))), Thyatira, a city of Lydia, formerly Pelopia and Euhippia (Pliny, h. n. 5, 31), now Akhissar, a colony of Macedonian Greeks, situated between Sardis and Pergamum on the river Lycus; its inhabitants gained their living by traffic and the art of dyeing in purple: Acts 16:14; Revelation 1:11; Revelation 2:18, 24. (B. D. under the word.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: The name Θυάτειρα is of uncertain origin. It is believed to be derived from the Lydian language, reflecting the city's historical and cultural background.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek term Θυάτειρα, as it is a proper noun specific to a location in the Greco-Roman world. However, the concept of cities and their significance can be related to various Hebrew terms for cities and regions in the Old Testament.

Usage: The term Θυάτειρα appears in the New Testament in the context of the early Christian church. It is specifically mentioned in the Book of Acts and the Book of Revelation.

Context: Thyatira was a city in the Roman province of Asia, situated between Pergamum and Sardis. It was known for its trade and industry, particularly in textiles and dyeing. The city was strategically located on a major road connecting Pergamum to Laodicea, which facilitated commerce and communication.

In the New Testament, Thyatira is first mentioned in Acts 16:14, where Lydia, a seller of purple goods and a worshiper of God, is described as being from Thyatira. Lydia is noted for her conversion to Christianity and her hospitality to Paul and his companions.

Thyatira is also one of the seven churches addressed in the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 2:18-29, the church in Thyatira receives a message from the risen Christ. The message commends the church for its deeds, love, faith, service, and perseverance, but it also warns against tolerating false teachings and immorality. The passage emphasizes the importance of holding fast to the truth and promises rewards to those who overcome.

The historical and archaeological evidence suggests that Thyatira was a thriving city during the Roman period, with a diverse population and a strong guild system. The city's economic prosperity and cultural influences likely contributed to the challenges faced by the early Christian community there.

Forms and Transliterations

Θυατειρα Θυάτειρα Θυατειροις Θυατείροις Θυατειρων Θυατείρων Thuateira Thuateirois Thuateiron Thuateirōn Thyateira Thyáteira Thyateirois Thyateírois Thyateiron Thyateirōn Thyateíron Thyateírōn

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 16:14 N-GNP
GRK: πορφυρόπωλις πόλεως Θυατείρων σεβομένη τὸν
NAS: from the city of Thyatira, a seller of purple fabrics,
KJV: of the city of Thyatira, which worshipped
INT: a seller of purple of [the] city of Thyatira who worshipped

Revelation 1:11 N-ANP
GRK: καὶ εἰς Θυάτειρα καὶ εἰς
NAS: and to Pergamum and to Thyatira and to Sardis
KJV: and unto Thyatira, and unto
INT: and to Thyatira and to

Revelation 2:18 N-DNP
GRK: τῆς ἐν Θυατείροις ἐκκλησίας γράψον
NAS: of the church in Thyatira write:
KJV: in Thyatira write;
INT: of the in Thyatira church write

Revelation 2:24 N-DNP
GRK: τοῖς ἐν Θυατείροις ὅσοι οὐκ
NAS: to you, the rest who are in Thyatira, who
KJV: in Thyatira, as many as
INT: who [are] in Thyatira as many as not

Strong's Greek 2363
4 Occurrences

Θυάτειρα — 1 Occ.
Θυατείρων — 1 Occ.
Θυατείροις — 2 Occ.