Strong's Lexicon kuminon: Cumin Original Word: κύμινον Word Origin: Derived from a Semitic origin, akin to the Hebrew כַּמּוֹן (kammon) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H3646 - כַּמּוֹן (kammon): Refers to cumin in the Old Testament, specifically in Isaiah 28:25, 27, where it is mentioned in the context of agricultural practices. Usage: The term "kuminon" refers to cumin, a small annual plant of the parsley family, known for its aromatic seeds. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to illustrate the meticulous attention to minor details at the expense of more significant matters. Cultural and Historical Background: Cumin was a common spice in the ancient Near East, valued for its flavor and medicinal properties. It was often used in cooking and as a seasoning for various dishes. In Jewish tradition, cumin was also subject to tithing laws, as it was considered a produce of the land. The Pharisees, known for their strict adherence to the law, would tithe even small herbs like cumin, which Jesus referenced to highlight their misplaced priorities. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Semitic origin, cf. kammon Definition cummin NASB Translation cummin (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2951: κύμινονκύμινον, κυμινου, τό, cumin (or cummin), German Kümmel, (for כַּמֹּן, Isaiah 28:25, 27): Matthew 23:23. (Theophrastus, Dioscorides, Plutarch, others) (Tristram, Nat. Hist. etc., p. 443.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cummin. Of foreign origin (compare kammon); dill or fennel ("cummin") -- cummin. see HEBREW kammon Forms and Transliterations κυμινον κύμινον kuminon kyminon kýminonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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