Berean Strong's Lexicon niké: Victory Original Word: νίκη Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb νικάω (nikao), meaning "to conquer" or "to overcome." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "niké," the concept of victory is often expressed in the Old Testament with words like נָצַח (natsach, Strong's H5329) and יָשַׁע (yasha, Strong's H3467), which convey the ideas of enduring, prevailing, and delivering. Usage: In the New Testament, "niké" refers to the concept of victory or triumph, often in a spiritual or moral sense. It signifies the overcoming of evil, sin, and the world through faith in Jesus Christ. The term encapsulates the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom and the believer's participation in that victory through Christ. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, "niké" was personified as a goddess representing victory, often depicted with wings and associated with success in war and competition. The concept of victory was highly esteemed in Greek society, symbolizing not only military success but also personal achievement and honor. In the New Testament context, this term is redefined to emphasize spiritual victory through Christ, contrasting with the temporal victories celebrated in the Greco-Roman world. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 3529 níkē (a feminine noun) – conquest; a particular expression of victory, resulting from receiving (obeying) the faith Christ imparts (i.e. His inworked persuasion). See 3528 (nikáō). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition victory NASB Translation victory (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3529: νίκηνίκη, νίκης, ἡ (from Homer down), victory: 1 John 5:4 (cf. νῖκος). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance victory. Apparently a primary word; conquest (abstractly), i.e. (figuratively) the means of success -- victory. Forms and Transliterations νικη νίκη νίκην nike nikē níke níkēLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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