Strong's Lexicon mammé: Grandmother Original Word: μαμμῆ Word Origin: Of uncertain origin, possibly a term of endearment or diminutive form. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "mammé," the concept of a grandmother can be related to the Hebrew word "סָבָה" (sabah), which means "grandmother" or "elder woman." Usage: The term "mammé" is used to denote a grandmother, a familial role that carries connotations of wisdom, nurturing, and generational continuity. In the context of the New Testament, it reflects the importance of family lineage and the transmission of faith and values across generations. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures, the family was the central social unit, and elders, including grandmothers, were highly respected for their experience and wisdom. They often played a crucial role in the upbringing and education of children, passing down traditions and religious teachings. The term "mammé" would have been a familiar and affectionate way to refer to a grandmother, highlighting her role within the family structure. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word, onomatop. Definition a grandmother NASB Translation grandmother (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3125: μάμμημάμμη, μαμμης, ἡ, 1. in the earlier Greek writings mother (the name infants use in addressing their mother). 2. in the later writings ((Philo), Josephus, Plutarch, Appian, Herodian, Artemidorus Daldianus) equivalent to τήθη, grandmother (see Lob. ad Phryn., pp. 133-135 (cf. Winer's Grammar, 25)): 2 Timothy 1:5; 4 Macc. 16:9. Of natural origin ("mammy"); a grandmother -- grandmother. |
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