Strong's Lexicon amarantos: Unfading, imperishable Original Word: ἀμάραντος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "a-" (meaning "not") and "marainō" (meaning "to fade" or "to wither"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "amarantos," the concept of unfading or eternal can be related to Hebrew words like עוֹלָם (olam), which means "everlasting" or "eternal." Usage: The term "amarantos" is used to describe something that does not fade or wither, often in the context of eternal or heavenly qualities. It conveys the idea of something that is enduring and everlasting, contrasting with the temporal and perishable nature of earthly things. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of something being "unfading" was often associated with immortality and the divine. The Greeks valued the idea of eternal beauty and life, which is reflected in their mythology and philosophy. In the New Testament, this term is used to describe the eternal inheritance and glory that believers have in Christ, emphasizing the contrast between the temporary nature of earthly life and the eternal nature of the heavenly promise. HELPS Word-studies 263 amárantos (an adjective, derived from 1 /A "without" and 3133 /maraínō, "to fade") – properly, what will not fade (imperishable). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and marainó Definition unfading NASB Translation fade away (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 263: ἀμάραντοςἀμάραντος, (from μαραίνω; cf. ἀμίαντος, ἄφαντος, etc.), not fading away, unfading, perennial; Vulg.immarcescibilis: (hence, the name of the flower (Dioscorides ( Strong's Exhaustive Concordance unfading, permanentFrom a (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of maraino; unfading, i.e. (by implication) perpetual -- that fadeth not away. see GREEK a see GREEK maraino Forms and Transliterations αμαραντον αμάραντον ἀμάραντον amaranton amárantonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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