Strong's Lexicon hieros: Sacred, holy Original Word: ἱερός Word Origin: Derived from a root word meaning "sacred" or "holy." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with "hieros" is קָדוֹשׁ (qadosh), which also means holy or sacred. This term is frequently used in the Old Testament to describe God, His people, and objects dedicated to His service. Usage: The Greek word "hieros" is used to describe something that is sacred or holy, often in relation to religious or divine matters. It conveys the idea of being set apart for a special purpose, particularly in the context of worship or service to God. In the New Testament, "hieros" is used to describe things associated with the temple, priesthood, or other sacred duties. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of "hieros" was deeply embedded in religious practices. Temples, rituals, and priestly duties were considered "hieros," signifying their importance and sanctity. In the Jewish context, the temple in Jerusalem was the central place of worship, and the priesthood was tasked with maintaining the sacredness of worship practices. The use of "hieros" in the New Testament reflects this cultural understanding of holiness and sacredness, emphasizing the separation of the divine from the common. HELPS Word-studies 2413 hierós (an adjective) – properly, sacred (because associated with God's sanctuary, the Temple); consecrated to deity and therefore "holy," i.e. inviolably sacred because acceptable for God's service. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition sacred, a sacred thing, a temple NASB Translation sacred (1), sacred services (1), temple (71). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2413: ἱερόςἱερός, ἱερά, ἱερόν (its primary sense is thought to be mighty; cf. Curtius, § 614; Vanicek, p. 88; yet see Schmidt as below; fr, Homer down), sacred, consecrated to the deity, pertaining to God: ἱερά γράμματα, sacred Scriptures, because inspired by God, treating of divine things and therefore to be devoutly revered, 2 Timothy 3:15 (Josephus, Antiquities prooem. 3; (10, 10, 4 at the end); b. j. 6, 5, 4; contra Apion 1 (10, 3; 18, 6); 26, 1; ἱεραι βίβλοι, Antiquities 2, 16, 5; (c. Apion 1, 1; 23, 4), etc.; οὐκ ἐνετραφης οὐδέ ἐνησκηθης τοῖς ἱεροῖς γραμμασι, Philo, leg. ad Gaium § 29, Mang. edition ii., p. 574); (κήρυγμα, Mark 16 WH in (rejected) 'Shorter Conclusion'); neuter plural as a substantive, τά ἱερά, the holy things, those which pertain to the worship of God in the temple, 1 Corinthians 9:13, cf. ἐργάζομαι, 2 a. (See references under the word ἅγιος, at the end; especially Schmidt, chapter 181.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance holy. Of uncertain affinity; sacred -- holy. Forms and Transliterations ἐν ιερα ιερά ἱερὰ Ἱερᾷ ιεράς ιερέων ιερον ιερόν ἱερὸν ιερού ιερω ιερώ en hiera hierà Hierā̂i hieron hieròn iera ieronLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Mark 16:20 N-ANSGRK: αὐτῶν τὸ ἱερὸν καὶ ἄφθαρτον INT: them the sacred and imperishable 1 Corinthians 9:13 Adj-ANP Colossians 4:13 N-DFS 2 Timothy 3:15 Adj-ANP |
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