Strong's Lexicon logché: Spear, Lance Original Word: λογχή Word Origin: Derived from a presumed root related to the Greek word λόγχη, meaning "spear" or "lance." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "logché," the concept of a spear is present in the Old Testament with words like חֲנִית (chanit, Strong's H2595) and רֹמַח (romach, Strong's H7420), both referring to spears or lances. Usage: The term "logché" refers to a spear or lance, a weapon with a pointed tip used for thrusting or throwing. In the New Testament, it is specifically used to describe the weapon that pierced Jesus' side during the crucifixion. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient warfare, the spear was a common weapon used by soldiers. It was typically made of a long wooden shaft with a pointed metal tip. Roman soldiers, known for their military prowess, often carried spears as part of their standard equipment. The act of piercing with a spear was a method to ensure death, especially in the context of crucifixion, which was a Roman method of execution. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition a lance or spear NASB Translation spear (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3057: λόγχηλόγχη, λογχης, ἡ; 1. the iron point or head of a spear: Herodotus 1, 52; Ken. an. 4, 7, 16, etc. 2. a lance, spear (shaft armed with iron): John 19:34. (the Sept.; Pindar, Tragg., and following.) Perhaps a primary word; a "lance" -- spear. Englishman's Concordance Matthew 27:49 N-AFSGRK: δὲ λαβὼν λόγχην ἔνυξεν αὐτοῦ INT: moreover having taken a spear pierced of him John 19:34 N-DFS Strong's Greek 3057 |
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