Strong's Lexicon liparos: Rich, fertile, luxurious, fat Original Word: λιπαρός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root "λίπος" (lipos), meaning "fat" or "oil." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of "liparos" is "דָּשֵׁן" (dashen), which means "fat" or "rich." This term is used in the Old Testament to describe fertile land or the abundance of God's provision (e.g., Psalm 92:14, "They will still yield fruit in old age; they will be full of sap and very green"). Usage: The Greek adjective "λιπαρός" (liparos) is used to describe something that is rich, fertile, or luxurious. It often conveys the idea of abundance and prosperity, particularly in the context of agriculture or material wealth. In the New Testament, it can be used metaphorically to describe spiritual richness or blessings. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of "liparos" was associated with the fertility of the land and the abundance of resources. A "liparos" land was one that was well-watered and capable of producing bountiful crops. This idea of abundance was often linked to divine favor and blessing. In the Greco-Roman world, wealth and prosperity were seen as signs of success and were often pursued as a means of achieving a good life. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom lipos (fat) Definition oily, fatty, fig. rich NASB Translation luxurious (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3045: λιπαρόςλιπαρός, λιπαρά, λιπαρόν (λίπα (or rather, λίπος grease, akin to ἀλείφω)); from Homer down; fat: τά λιπαρά (joined with τά λαμπρά, which see) things which pertain to a sumptuous and delicate style of living (A. V. dainty), Revelation 18:14. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance dainty, luxuriousFrom lipos (grease); fat, i.e. (figuratively) sumptuous -- dainty. Forms and Transliterations λιπαρα λιπαρά λιπαρὰ λιπαρός λιπάσματα λίσσομαι λιτανεύσουσιν λιτοί lipara liparàLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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