Strong's Lexicon kerma: Coin, small coin, money Original Word: κέρμα Word Origin: Derived from the verb κείρω (keirō), meaning "to cut" or "to shear," indicating something that is cut or minted, such as a coin. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "kerma," the concept of money and currency exchange can be related to Hebrew terms like "שֶׁקֶל" (shekel) and "כֶּסֶף" (kesef), which refer to money or silver. Usage: The term "kerma" refers to small coins or money, typically used in the context of transactions or exchanges. In the New Testament, it is specifically associated with the money used in the temple for offerings or transactions. Cultural and Historical Background: In the time of the New Testament, the temple in Jerusalem was a central place of worship and commerce. Money changers operated in the temple courts, exchanging foreign currency for the temple currency, which was required for offerings and sacrifices. The presence of money changers was a practical necessity due to the diverse currencies brought by pilgrims from different regions. However, this practice also led to exploitation and corruption, which Jesus condemned. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom keiró Definition a slice, hence a small coin NASB Translation coins (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2772: κέρμακέρμα, κερματος, τό (κείρω to cut into bits), small pieces of money, small coin, change; generally and collectively, τό κέρμα money: John 2:15, where L marginal reading Tr WH τά κερματα; (Aristophanes, Demosthenes, Josephus, others). Cf. the full exhibition of the use of the word given by Fischer, De vitiis lexicorum N. T. etc., p. 264ff Strong's Exhaustive Concordance money. From keiro; a clipping (bit), i.e. (specially) a coin -- money. see GREEK keiro Forms and Transliterations κέρμα κερματα κέρματα kerma kérmaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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