Strong's Lexicon amnos: Lamb Original Word: ἀμνός Word Origin: Derived from a primary word (perhaps meaning to tie or bind, as a lamb is bound for sacrifice) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H7716 (שֶׂה, seh): Refers to a lamb or sheep, often used in sacrificial contexts. - H3532 (כֶּבֶשׂ, keves): Another term for lamb, used in various sacrificial and pastoral contexts. Usage: The term "amnos" is used in the New Testament to refer to a lamb, specifically in the context of sacrificial imagery. It is often associated with Jesus Christ, symbolizing His role as the sacrificial Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. The use of "amnos" emphasizes innocence, purity, and the sacrificial nature of Christ's mission. Cultural and Historical Background: In Jewish culture, lambs were central to sacrificial practices, particularly during Passover. The Passover lamb was a key element in the commemoration of Israel's deliverance from Egypt, symbolizing redemption and divine protection. In the New Testament, Jesus is identified as the ultimate Passover Lamb, fulfilling the sacrificial system and providing eternal redemption for humanity. HELPS Word-studies 286 amnós – a sacrificial lamb (used for sacrifice); a young sheep without blemish (especially a one-year old lamb). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition a lamb NASB Translation Lamb (2), lamb (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 286: ἀμνόςἀμνός, (οῦ, ὁ (from Sophocles and Aristophanes down), a lamb: Acts 8:32; 1 Peter 1:19; τοῦ θεοῦ, consecrated to God, John 1:29, 36. In these passages Christ is likened to a sacrificial lamb on account of his death, innocently and patiently endured, to expiate sin. See ἀρνίον. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance lamb. Apparently a primary word; a lamb -- lamb. Forms and Transliterations αμνοί αμνοίς αμνόν αμνος αμνός ἀμνὸς αμνου αμνού ἀμνοῦ αμνούς αμνω αμνώ αμνών amnos amnòs amnou amnoûLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance John 1:29 N-NMSGRK: Ἴδε ὁ ἀμνὸς τοῦ θεοῦ NAS: Behold, the Lamb of God KJV: saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which INT: Behold the Lamb of God John 1:36 N-NMS Acts 8:32 N-NMS 1 Peter 1:19 N-GMS |
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