Strong's Lexicon Lukaonia: Lycaonia Original Word: Λυκαονία Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word Λύκος (Lykos), meaning "wolf," possibly referring to the region's ancient association with wolves or a local tribe. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Lycaonia, as it is a specific geographical term from the Greek New Testament context. Usage: Lycaonia refers to a region in the central part of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). It is mentioned in the New Testament as a place where the Apostle Paul and Barnabas preached the Gospel during their missionary journeys. Cultural and Historical Background: Lycaonia was a region characterized by its rugged terrain and diverse population, including Greeks, Romans, and indigenous peoples. It was known for its distinct dialect and cultural practices. During the Roman period, it was part of the province of Galatia. The region's cities, such as Lystra and Derbe, were significant in early Christian history as they were visited by Paul and Barnabas. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originperhaps from lukos Definition Lycaonia, a region in Asia Minor NASB Translation Lycaonia (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3071: ΛυκαονίαΛυκαονία, Λυκαονίας, ἡ, Lycaonia, a region of Asia Minor, situated between Pisidia, Cilicia, Cappadocia, Galatia and Phrygia, whose chief cities were Lystra, Derbe and Iconium (cf. references in Lightfoot on Colossians, p. 1). Its inhabitants spoke a peculiar and strange tongue the character of which cannot be determined: Acts 14:6. Cf. Winer's RWB, under the word; Lassen, Zeitschr. d. deutsch. morgenl. Gesellsch. x. ('56), p. 378; (Wright, Hittites (1884), p. 56). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Lycaonia. Perhaps remotely from lukos; Lycaonia, a region of Asia Minor -- Lycaonia. see GREEK lukos Forms and Transliterations Λυκαονιας Λυκαονίας Lukaonias Lykaonias LykaoníasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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