2915. krithé

Lexicon

krithé: Barley

Original Word: κριθή
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: krithé
Pronunciation: kree-THAY
Phonetic Spelling: (kree-thay')
Definition: Barley
Meaning: barley.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

barley.

Of uncertain derivation; barley -- barley.

HELPS Word-studies

2915 krithḗ – barley, the grain eaten by the common person, i.e. "poor man's bread" as opposed to using the more expensive grain (wheat). Barley was used "principally as food for horses" (Zod, Dict).

(Rev 6:6) – Unlike annual crops, olives and grapes take years to recover once devastated. The destruction of the oil and wine emphatically then conveys ongoing famine.

[A quart of wheat was the usual amount of food a working man ate per day.]

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
barley
NASB Translation
barley (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 2915: κριθή

κριθή, κριθῆς, ἡ (in Greek writings (from Homer down) only in plural αἱ κριθαί), the Sept. for שְׂעֹרָה, barley: Revelation 6:6 κριθῆς R G, κριθῶν L T Tr WH.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb κείρω (keirō), meaning "to cut" or "to shear," reflecting the process of harvesting grain.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H8184 שְׂעֹרָה (se'orah): The Hebrew term for barley, frequently mentioned in the Old Testament in contexts similar to those in the New Testament, such as offerings and agricultural references.

Usage: The term κριθή is used in the New Testament to refer to barley, a staple grain in the diet of the people during biblical times. It is mentioned in contexts related to food and agriculture.

Context: • Barley in Ancient Times: Barley was one of the primary grains cultivated in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean regions. It was a crucial part of the diet, often used to make bread and porridge. Barley was also used as fodder for animals and played a significant role in the agricultural economy.
• Biblical References: In the New Testament, κριθή is mentioned in the context of the feeding of the five thousand, where barley loaves are specifically noted. John 6:9 (BSB) states, "Here is a boy with five barley loaves and two small fish, but what difference will these make among so many?"
• Symbolism and Significance: Barley is often associated with humility and simplicity, as it was considered a less prestigious grain compared to wheat. Its mention in the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand highlights the theme of God's provision and the abundance that comes from even the simplest offerings.
• Cultural and Religious Context: Barley was also used in religious offerings, as seen in the Old Testament, where it was part of the grain offerings prescribed in the Law of Moses. Its presence in the New Testament continues to reflect its importance in daily life and religious practices.

Forms and Transliterations

κριθαί κριθάς κριθή κριθήν κριθής κριθων κριθών κριθῶν krithon krithôn krithōn krithō̂n

Englishman's Concordance

Revelation 6:6 N-GFP
GRK: τρεῖς χοίνικες κριθῶν δηναρίου καὶ
NAS: quarts of barley for a denarius;
KJV: measures of barley for a penny;
INT: three choenixes of barley for a denarius and

Strong's Greek 2915
1 Occurrence

κριθῶν — 1 Occ.