Strong's Lexicon león: Lion Original Word: λέων Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word for "lion." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H738 (אַרְיֵה, aryeh): Often used in the Old Testament to denote a lion, symbolizing strength and courage. - H3715 (כְּפִיר, kephir): Refers to a young lion, used in contexts of strength and ferocity. Usage: In the New Testament, the term "león" is used to describe a lion, often symbolizing strength, power, and sometimes danger or destruction. It is used both literally and metaphorically to convey various spiritual truths and warnings. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient cultures, including Greek and Jewish traditions, the lion was a symbol of power, majesty, and ferocity. Lions were known to inhabit regions of the Near East, and their presence in the wild was both feared and respected. In biblical literature, lions often symbolize both the might of God and the threats posed by adversaries. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition a lion NASB Translation lion (5), lion's (1), lions (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3023: λέωνλέων, λέοντος, ὁ (from Homer down), the Sept. for אֲרִי, אַריֵה, כְּפִיר (a young lion), etc.; a lion; a. properly: Hebrews 11:33; 1 Peter 5:8; Revelation 4:7; Revelation 9:8, 17; Revelation 10:3; Revelation 13:2. b. metaphorically ἐρρύσθην ἐκ στόματος λέοντος, I was rescued out of the most imminent peril of death, 2 Timothy 4:17 (the figure does not lie in the word lion alone, but in the whole phrase); equivalent to a brave and mighty hero: Revelation 5:5, where there is allusion to Genesis 49:9; cf. Nahum 2:13. A primary word; a "lion" -- lion. Englishman's Concordance 2 Timothy 4:17 N-GMSGRK: ἐκ στόματος λέοντος NAS: and I was rescued out of the lion's mouth. KJV: out of the mouth of the lion. INT: out of [the] mouth of the lion Hebrews 11:33 N-GMP 1 Peter 5:8 N-NMS Revelation 4:7 N-DMS Revelation 5:5 N-NMS Revelation 9:8 N-GMP Revelation 9:17 N-GMP Revelation 10:3 N-NMS Revelation 13:2 N-GMS Strong's Greek 3023 |
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