Lexicon kitharódos: Harpist, Lyre Player, Singer Original Word: κιθαρῳδός Strong's Exhaustive Concordance harper. From kithara and a derivative of the same as oide; a lyre-singer(-player), i.e. Harpist -- harper. see GREEK kithara see GREEK oide NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kithara and aoidos (a singer) Definition one who plays and sings to the lyre NASB Translation harpists (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2790: κιθαρῳδόςκιθαρῳδός, κιθαρωδου, ὁ (κιθάρα (which see), and ᾠδός, contracted from ἀοιδός, a singer), a harper, one who plays on the harp and accompanies it with his voice: Revelation 14:2; Revelation 18:22. ((Herodotus, Plato, others), Diphilus ( Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from κιθάρα (kithara), meaning "lyre" or "harp," and ᾠδός (ōdos), meaning "singer" or "song."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for κιθαρῳδός, related concepts can be found in terms associated with music and musicians in the Old Testament. Some relevant Hebrew entries include: Usage: The term κιθαρῳδός is not directly used in the New Testament. It is a classical Greek term that would have been understood in the context of ancient Greek culture as referring to a musician who sings while playing a stringed instrument. Context: The term κιθαρῳδός, while not appearing in the New Testament, provides insight into the cultural and musical practices of the ancient world, particularly in Greek and Hellenistic societies. The κιθαρῳδός was a respected figure, often performing in public gatherings, religious ceremonies, and private entertainment. The lyre, or kithara, was a prominent instrument in Greek music, known for its harmonious and melodic sound. In the context of biblical times, music played a significant role in worship and celebration, as seen in various Old Testament passages where instruments and singing are integral to worship (e.g., Psalm 150:3-5). Although the specific term κιθαρῳδός is not used in the Bible, the concept of music and song as a form of worship and expression is deeply embedded in the biblical narrative. The role of music in worship is further emphasized in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs (Ephesians 5:19, Colossians 3:16). The κιθαρῳδός, as a musician, would have been a familiar figure in the cultural milieu of the early Christian world, illustrating the broader appreciation and integration of music in both secular and sacred contexts. Forms and Transliterations κιθαρωδων κιθαρωδών κιθαρῳδῶν kitharodon kitharōdōn kitharoidôn kitharōidō̂nLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Revelation 14:2 N-GMPGRK: ἤκουσα ὡς κιθαρῳδῶν κιθαριζόντων ἐν NAS: [was] like [the sound] of harpists playing KJV: the voice of harpers harping INT: I heard like that of harpists harping with Revelation 18:22 N-GMP |
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