Strong's Lexicon katachthonios: Under the earth, subterranean Original Word: καταχθόνιος Word Origin: From the Greek preposition "κατά" (kata, meaning "down") and "χθών" (chthōn, meaning "earth" or "ground"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "katachthonios," the concept of the underworld or Sheol is often represented by the Hebrew word "שְׁאוֹל" (Sheol, Strong's H7585), which refers to the abode of the dead. Usage: The term "katachthonios" is used to describe something that is beneath the earth or subterranean. In a biblical context, it often refers to the realm of the dead or the underworld, emphasizing the comprehensive scope of Christ's dominion over all creation, including those under the earth. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek thought, the concept of the underworld was significant, often associated with Hades, the realm of the dead. This idea permeated various aspects of Greek culture and religion, influencing early Christian thought. The New Testament writers, while rooted in Jewish eschatology, also engaged with these cultural ideas to communicate the supremacy of Christ over all realms, including the underworld. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kata and chthón (the earth) Definition under the earth NASB Translation under the earth (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2709: καταχθόνιοςκαταχθόνιος, καταχτονιον (κατά (see κατά, III. 3), χθών (the earth)), subterranean, Vulg.infernus: plural, of those who dwell in the world below, i. e. departed souls (cf. Winers Grammar, § 34, 2; but others make the adjective a neuter used indefinitely; see Lightfoot, in the place cited), Philippians 2:10. (Homer, Dionysius Halicarnassus, Anthol., etc., Inscriptions) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance under the earth. From kata and chthon (the ground); subterranean, i.e. Infernal (belonging to the world of departed spirits) -- under the earth. see GREEK kata Forms and Transliterations καταχθονιων καταχθονίων katachthonion katachthoniōn katachthoníon katachthoníōnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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