Strong's Lexicon alópéx: Fox Original Word: ἀλώπηξ Word Origin: Derived from a presumed root meaning "to be crafty" or "to be cunning." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H7776 (שׁוּעָל - shu'al): The Hebrew word for fox, used in similar contexts to describe cunning or destructive behavior. Usage: The term "alópéx" refers to a fox, an animal known for its cunning and sly nature. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe individuals who are deceitful or crafty. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern culture, foxes were often seen as symbols of cunning and trickery. They were known for their ability to survive in harsh environments and their skill in evading capture. This reputation made them a fitting metaphor for individuals who were perceived as deceitful or manipulative. In Jewish literature, foxes were sometimes used to represent false prophets or leaders who led people astray. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition a fox NASB Translation fox (1), foxes (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 258: ἀλώπηξἀλώπηξ, (εκος, ἡ, a fox: Matthew 8:20; Luke 9:58. Metaphorically, a sly and crafty man: Luke 13:32; (in the same sense often in the Greek writings, as Solon in Plutarch, Sol. 30, 2; Pindar Pythagoras 2, 141; Plutarch, Sulla 28, 5). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance fox. Of uncertain derivation; a fox, i.e. (figuratively) a cunning person -- fox. Forms and Transliterations αλώπεκας αλωπεκες αλώπεκες ἀλώπεκες αλωπεκι αλώπεκι ἀλώπεκι αλωπέκων αλώπηξ alopekes alōpekes alṓpekes alopeki alōpeki alṓpekiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 8:20 N-NFPGRK: Ἰησοῦς Αἱ ἀλώπεκες φωλεοὺς ἔχουσιν NAS: said to him, The foxes have KJV: saith unto him, The foxes have holes, INT: Jesus foxes holes have Luke 9:58 N-NFP Luke 13:32 N-DFS Strong's Greek 258 |
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