Strong's Lexicon krustallos: Crystal Original Word: κρύσταλλος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word κρύος (kruos), meaning "frost" or "ice." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "krustallos," the concept of clarity and purity can be related to words like זָכוּךְ (zakukh), meaning "pure" or "clear." Usage: The term "krustallos" refers to a clear, transparent mineral, commonly understood as crystal. In biblical contexts, it is used metaphorically to describe something pure, clear, and precious, often associated with divine or heavenly attributes. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, crystal was highly valued for its clarity and beauty. It was often associated with purity and was used in various decorative and religious artifacts. The Greeks and Romans admired crystal for its aesthetic qualities and believed it to be a form of solidified water or ice, which is reflected in its etymology. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom kruos (frost) Definition crystal NASB Translation crystal (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2930: κρύσταλλοςκρύσταλλος, κρυστάλλου, ὁ (from κρύος ice; hence properly, anything congealed (cf. Latincrusta) and transparent) (from Homer down), crystal: a kind of precious stone, Revelation 4:6; Revelation 22:1; (cf. B. D. under the word STRONGS NT 2930a: κρυφαῖοςκρυφαῖος, κρυφαίᾳ, κρυφαιον (κρυφᾶ), hidden, secret: twice in Matthew 6:18 L T Tr WH. (Jeremiah 23:24; Wis. 17:3; in Greek writings from Aeschylus and Pindar down.) From a derivative of kruos (frost); ice, i.e. (by analogy) rock "crystal" -- crystal. Englishman's Concordance Revelation 4:6 N-DMSGRK: ὑαλίνη ὁμοία κρυστάλλῳ καὶ ἐν NAS: like crystal; and in the center KJV: of glass like unto crystal: and in INT: glass like crystal And in Revelation 22:1 N-AMS Strong's Greek 2930 |
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