Strong's Lexicon krémnos: Cliff, precipice Original Word: κρημνός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root word κρεμάννυμι (kremannymi), meaning "to hang" or "to suspend." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "krémnos," similar concepts can be found in words like "סֶלַע" (sela, Strong's H5553), meaning "rock" or "cliff." Usage: The term "krémnos" refers to a steep or overhanging place, such as a cliff or precipice. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a physical location that is dangerous due to its height and steepness. The imagery of a cliff often conveys a sense of peril or the potential for a fall. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near East, cliffs and precipices were common geographical features. They were often seen as places of danger but also as natural fortifications. In biblical times, cliffs could serve as strategic military positions or as places of refuge. The imagery of a cliff in Scripture can symbolize both physical danger and spiritual peril. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kremannumi Definition a steep bank NASB Translation steep bank (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2911: κρημνόςκρημνός, κρημνοῦ, ὁ (from κρεμάννυμι), a steep (place), a precipice: Matthew 8:32; Mark 5:13; Luke 8:33. (2 Chronicles 25:12; Greek writings from Homer down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance a steep bank, cliffFrom kremannumi; overhanging, i.e. A precipice -- steep place. see GREEK kremannumi Forms and Transliterations κρημνου κρημνού κρημνοῦ κρήνην κρήνης κρηπίδα κρηπίδος kremnou kremnoû krēmnou krēmnoûLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 8:32 N-GMSGRK: κατὰ τοῦ κρημνοῦ εἰς τὴν NAS: down the steep bank into the sea KJV: down a steep place into INT: down the steep bank into the Mark 5:13 N-GMS Luke 8:33 N-GMS |
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