3460. Mura

Lexicon

Mura: Myrrh

Original Word: Μύρα
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: Mura
Pronunciation: MOO-rah
Phonetic Spelling: (moo'-rah)
Definition: Myrrh
Meaning: Myra, a port in Lycia, south-west Asia Minor.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Myra.

Of uncertain derivation; Myra, a place in Asia Minor -- Myra.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of uncertain origin
Definition
Myra, a city of Lycia
NASB Translation
Myra (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 3460: Μύρα

Μύρα (L T Tr WH Μύρρα (Tr Μύρρα see Rho) (cf. Tdf. on Acts as below and WH's Appendix, p. 160)), μύρων, τά, Myra, a city on the coast (or rather, some two miles and a half (20 stadia) distant from it) of Lycia, a maritime region of Asia Minor between Caria and Pamphylia (B. D. under the word ; Lewin, St. Paul, ii., 186f): Acts 27:5.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word for myrrh, μύρον (myron), which is a fragrant resin used in ancient times for anointing and embalming.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the city of Myra, as it is a specific geographical location mentioned in the Greek New Testament. However, the concept of myrrh (from which the name Myra is derived) is represented in Hebrew by the word מֹר (mor), Strong's Hebrew 4753, which refers to the aromatic resin used in anointing oils and perfumes.

Usage: The term Μύρα is used in the New Testament to refer to the city where the Apostle Paul changed ships on his journey to Rome. It is mentioned specifically in the context of Paul's travels.

Context: • Historical Context: Myra was an important city in the region of Lycia, known for its strategic location along the Mediterranean coast. It served as a major hub for maritime trade and travel during the Roman period. The city was also known for its grand architecture, including a large theater and impressive rock-cut tombs.
• Biblical Significance: Myra is mentioned in the Book of Acts in the New Testament. In Acts 27:5-6 (BSB), it is recorded that Paul, on his way to Rome as a prisoner, arrived at Myra. Here, the centurion in charge of Paul found an Alexandrian ship sailing for Italy and transferred Paul and the other prisoners onto it: "When we had sailed across the open sea off the coast of Cilicia and Pamphylia, we came to Myra in Lycia. There the centurion found an Alexandrian ship sailing for Italy and put us on board."
• Archaeological Insights: Excavations in Myra have revealed significant insights into its past, including the remains of its ancient harbor, which played a crucial role in its prominence as a trade center. The city's connection to the Apostle Paul highlights its importance in early Christian history.
• Cultural and Religious Influence: Myra later became a center of Christian activity and was the episcopal see of Saint Nicholas, who served as the Bishop of Myra in the 4th century. This association has contributed to the city's lasting legacy in Christian tradition.

Forms and Transliterations

Μύρα μυρεψικά μυρεψικόν μυρεψικού μυρεψικών μυρεψοί μυρεψού μυρεψούς μυρεψών Μυρρα Μύρρα mura Myra Mýra

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 27:5 N-ANP
GRK: κατήλθομεν εἰς Μύρα τῆς Λυκίας
NAS: we landed at Myra in Lycia.
KJV: we came to Myra, [a city] of Lycia.
INT: we came to Myra of Lycia

Strong's Greek 3460
1 Occurrence

Μύρα — 1 Occ.