Strong's Lexicon Karpos: Fruit Original Word: καρπός Word Origin: Derived from the primary verb "karpō" (to pluck, to gather) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H6529 (פְּרִי, peri): Often used in the Old Testament to denote fruit, both literal and metaphorical, similar to "karpos" in the New Testament. Usage: In the New Testament, "karpos" primarily refers to the fruit of trees, plants, or the earth. It is also used metaphorically to describe the results or outcomes of actions, particularly in a spiritual or moral context. The term can denote both physical fruit and the figurative "fruit" of one's life, such as deeds, virtues, or spiritual growth. Cultural and Historical Background: In the agrarian society of the ancient Near East, fruit was a vital part of daily life and sustenance. It symbolized prosperity, blessing, and the results of labor. In Jewish thought, fruitfulness was often associated with divine favor and obedience to God's commandments. The metaphor of fruit is prevalent in both the Old and New Testaments, illustrating the visible evidence of one's faith and relationship with God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originperhaps the same as karpos Definition Carpus, a Christian NASB Translation Carpus (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2591: ΚαρπόςΚαρπός (cf. Winer's Grammar, p. 51), καρποῦ, ὁ, Carpus, the name of an unknown man: 2 Timothy 4:13. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Carpus. Perhaps for karpos; Carpus, probably a Christian -- Carpus. see GREEK karpos Forms and Transliterations Καρπω Κάρπῳ Karpo Karpō Kárpoi KárpōiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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