Strong's Lexicon Ioudaikós: Jewish, Judean Original Word: Ἰουδαϊκός Word Origin: Derived from Ἰουδαῖος (Ioudaios), meaning "Jew" or "Judean." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent would be יְהוּדִי (Yehudi), Strong's Hebrew #3064, which refers to a Jew or someone from the tribe of Judah. Usage: The term "Ioudaikós" is used to describe something that pertains to the Jews or Judeans. It is an adjective that characterizes customs, practices, or anything related to the Jewish people or their culture. In the New Testament, it is used to distinguish Jewish customs or identity from those of other groups. Cultural and Historical Background: In the first century, the Jewish people were a distinct ethnic and religious group within the Roman Empire. Their identity was closely tied to their religious practices, the Law of Moses, and the temple in Jerusalem. The term "Ioudaikós" would have been used to describe anything associated with this identity, including religious practices, cultural norms, and ethnic heritage. Understanding this term helps in comprehending the cultural and religious dynamics present in the New Testament era, especially in the context of the early Christian church, which was navigating its identity in relation to Jewish traditions. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from Ioudaikos Definition in Jewish fashion NASB Translation like the Jews (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2452: ἸουδαϊκῶςἸουδαϊκῶς, adverb, Jewishly, after the manner of the Jews: Galatians 2:14. ((Josephus, b. j. 6, 1, 3.)) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance as do the Jews. Adverb from Ioudaikos; Judaically or in a manner resembling a Judaean -- as do the Jews. see GREEK Ioudaikos Forms and Transliterations Ιουδαικως Ἰουδαϊκῶς Ioudaikos Ioudaikōs Ioudaïkôs Ioudaïkō̂sLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |