Lexicon analos: Unsalted, without salt Original Word: ἀναλός Strong's Exhaustive Concordance without saltiness. From a (as a negative particle) and hals; saltless, i.e. Insipid -- X lose saltness. see GREEK a see GREEK hals HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 358 ánalos (from 1 /A "without" and 251 /háls, "salt") – literally, "without salt"; hence, tasteless, bland (used only in Mk 9:50). See 217 (halas). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and hals Definition saltless NASB Translation unsalty (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 358: ἄναλοςἄναλος, ἄναλον (ἅλς salt), saltless, unsalted (ἄρτοι ἀναλοι, Aristotle, probl. 21, 5, 1; ἄρτος ἄναλος, Plutarch, symp. 5: quaest. 10 § 1): ἅλας ἄναλον salt destitute of pungency, Mark 9:50. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and the root -αλός (alos), related to "salt" or "salty."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἀναλός, the concept of salt and its symbolic meanings can be found in several Hebrew words, such as מֶלַח (melach, Strong's Hebrew 4417), which means "salt." Salt in the Hebrew Bible is often associated with covenant (e.g., Leviticus 2:13, BSB) and purification (e.g., 2 Kings 2:20-21, BSB). The absence of salt, therefore, would metaphorically suggest a breach or lack of these covenantal and purifying qualities. Usage: The word ἀναλός is not directly used in the New Testament. It is a compound word that describes something lacking salt, often metaphorically used to describe something lacking flavor or value. Context: The Greek term ἀναλός, while not appearing directly in the New Testament, carries significant metaphorical implications in biblical literature. Salt, in biblical times, was a valuable commodity used for preservation and flavoring. It symbolized purity, covenant, and wisdom. The absence of salt, as implied by ἀναλός, suggests a lack of these qualities. In the teachings of Jesus, believers are called to be the "salt of the earth" (Matthew 5:13, BSB), indicating their role in preserving and enhancing the moral and spiritual fabric of society. The concept of being "without salt" would thus imply a failure to fulfill this role, leading to a loss of purpose and effectiveness. This metaphor underscores the importance of maintaining one's spiritual vitality and influence in the world. Forms and Transliterations αναλον άναλον ἄναλον ο οι τη analon ánalonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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