Strong's Lexicon kataklinó: To recline, to lay down Original Word: κατακλίνω Word Origin: From the Greek words κατά (kata, meaning "down") and κλίνω (klinó, meaning "to lean" or "to recline"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for κατακλίνω, the concept of reclining during meals can be related to the Hebrew practice of eating in a relaxed and communal setting, as seen in various Old Testament feasts and gatherings. Usage: The verb κατακλίνω is used in the New Testament to describe the act of reclining or laying down, often in the context of dining or resting. In ancient times, it was customary to recline at a table during meals, especially during formal banquets or significant gatherings. This term captures the cultural practice of reclining on couches or cushions while eating. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, and particularly in Jewish culture during the time of Jesus, meals were often eaten in a reclining position. This practice was a sign of leisure and fellowship, contrasting with the hurried or utilitarian eating styles of other cultures. Reclining at a meal was a symbol of freedom and relaxation, often associated with special occasions or Sabbath meals. This cultural practice is reflected in the Last Supper, where Jesus and His disciples reclined at the table. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kata and klinó Definition to make to lie down NASB Translation reclined (2), sit down (2), take (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2625: κατακλίνωκατακλίνω: 1 aorist κατεκλινα; 1 aorist passive κατεκλιθην; from Homer down; in the N. T. in reference to eating, to make to recline: τινα, Luke 9:14 (also 15 T Tr WH) (ἐπί τό δεῖπνον, Xenophon, Cyril 2, 8, 21); middle, with 1 aorist passive, to recline (at table): Luke 7:36 L T Tr WH; Strong's Exhaustive Concordance make lie down or recline at mealsFrom kata and klino; to recline down, i.e. (specially) to take a place at table -- (make) sit down (at meat). see GREEK kata see GREEK klino Forms and Transliterations κατακλιθείς κατακλιθή κατακλιθηναι κατακλιθήναι κατακλιθῆναι κατακλιθης κατακλιθής κατακλιθῇς κατακλιθώμεν Κατακλινατε Κατακλίνατε κατάκλιτα κατεκλιθη κατεκλίθη κατεκλιναν κατέκλιναν Kataklinate Kataklínate kataklithêis kataklithē̂is kataklithenai kataklithênai kataklithēnai kataklithē̂nai kataklithes kataklithēs kateklinan katéklinan kateklithe kateklithē kateklíthe kateklíthēLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 7:36 V-AIP-3SGRK: τοῦ Φαρισαίου κατεκλίθη NAS: house and reclined [at the table]. INT: of the Pharisee he reclined [at table] Luke 9:14 V-AMA-2P Luke 9:15 V-AIA-3P Luke 14:8 V-ASP-2S Luke 24:30 V-ANP Strong's Greek 2625 |
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