Lexicon Malchos: Malchus Original Word: Μάλχος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Malchus. Of Hebrew origin (Melek); Malchus, an Israelite -- Malchus. see HEBREW Melek NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Hebrew origin Melek Definition Malchus, a slave of the high priest NASB Translation Malchus (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3124: ΜάλχοςΜάλχος (מֶלֶך Grecized; cf. Delitzsch in the Zeitschr. f. Luth. Theol., 1876, p. 605), Μαλχου, ὁ, Malchus, a servant of the high priest: John 18:10. (Cf. Hackett in B. D., under the word.) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Of Semitic origin, likely derived from the Hebrew word מֶלֶךְ (melek), meaning "king."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The name Malchus is related to the Hebrew word מֶלֶךְ (melek • Strong's Hebrew 4428), which means "king." This connection underscores the Semitic roots of the name and its meaning. Usage: The name Malchus appears in the New Testament, specifically in the context of the arrest of Jesus. He is identified as the servant of the high priest. Context: Malchus is a figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospel of John. He is known as the servant of the high priest Caiaphas. During the arrest of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, Malchus is involved in a significant event. According to John 18:10, Simon Peter, one of Jesus' disciples, drew a sword and struck Malchus, cutting off his right ear. This act of violence was immediately addressed by Jesus, who rebuked Peter and miraculously healed Malchus' ear, as recorded in Luke 22:51. This incident highlights Jesus' commitment to peace and His divine authority to heal. Malchus' encounter with Jesus serves as a testament to the power and compassion of Christ, even in the face of betrayal and arrest. The account of Malchus is a reminder of the fulfillment of Jesus' mission and the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. Forms and Transliterations Μαλχος Μάλχος Malchos MálchosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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