Strong's Lexicon halukos: Salty, seasoned with salt Original Word: ἁλυκός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root ἅλς (hals), meaning "salt." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of salt is מֶלַח (melach), Strong's Hebrew 4417, which appears in contexts such as Leviticus 2:13, "You are to season each of your grain offerings with salt." Usage: The term "halukos" is used to describe something that is salty or seasoned with salt. In a biblical context, it often metaphorically refers to speech or behavior that is wise, preserving, and purifying, much like the qualities of salt in the ancient world. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, salt was a valuable commodity used for preserving food, enhancing flavor, and even as a form of currency. It symbolized purity, wisdom, and covenantal relationships. Salt was also used in various religious rituals and offerings, signifying its importance in both daily life and spiritual practices. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom hals Definition salt (adjective) NASB Translation salt (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 252: ἁλυκόςἁλυκός, (ή, , salt (equivalent to ἁλμυρός): James 3:12. ((Hippoicr., Aristophanes) Plato, Tim., p. 65 e.; Aristotle, Theophrastus, others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance salty. From hals; briny -- salt. see GREEK hals Forms and Transliterations αλυκή αλυκήν αλυκής αλυκον αλυκόν ἁλυκὸν και alukon halykon halykònLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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