Strong's Lexicon anadeixis: Showing forth, proclamation, appointment Original Word: ἀνάδειξις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἀναδείκνυμι (anadeiknumi), meaning "to show forth" or "to proclaim." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "anadeixis," the concept of appointment or proclamation can be related to Hebrew terms like מִנּוּי (minui) for appointment or הַגָּדָה (haggadah) for declaration. Usage: The term "anadeixis" refers to the act of publicly proclaiming or appointing someone to a position or role. It involves a formal declaration or presentation, often in a ceremonial context. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the act of appointing or designating someone for a specific task or office. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, public proclamations and appointments were significant events, often accompanied by ceremonies. Such acts were not only administrative but also carried social and religious significance. The concept of "anadeixis" would have been understood as an official and authoritative declaration, often involving a community's recognition and acceptance of the appointed individual. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom anadeiknumi Definition a showing forth NASB Translation public appearance (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 323: ἀνάδειξιςἀνάδειξις, (εως, ἡ (ἀναδείκνυμι, which see), a pointing out, public showing forth; τῶν χρόνων, Sir. 43:6. a proclaiming, announcing, inaugurating, of such as are elected to office (Plutarch, Mark 8 ὑπάτων ἀνάδειξις (cf. Polybius 15, 26, 7)): Luke 1:80 (until the day when he was announced (A. V. of his shewing) to the people as the forerunner of the Messiah; this announcement he himself made at the command of God, Luke 3:2ff). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance installation, public appearanceFrom anadeiknumi; (the act of) exhibition -- shewing. see GREEK anadeiknumi Forms and Transliterations αναδειξεως αναδείξεως ἀναδείξεως αναδενδράδα αναδενδράδες anadeixeos anadeixeōs anadeíxeos anadeíxeōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |