3678. onarion

Lexicon

onarion: young donkey, colt

Original Word: ὀνάριον
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: onarion
Pronunciation: o-NAH-ree-on
Phonetic Spelling: (on-ar'-ee-on)
Definition: young donkey, colt
Meaning: a young ass.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

young donkey

Neuter of a presumed derivative of onos; a little ass -- young ass.

see GREEK onos

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
dim. of onos
Definition
a little donkey
NASB Translation
young donkey (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 3678: ὀνάριον

ὀνάριον, ὀναριου, τό (diminutive of ὄνος; cf. (Winer's Grammar, 24 and) γιναικαριον), a little ass: John 12:14. (Machon quoted in Athen. 13, p. 582 c.; (Epictetus diss. 2, 24, 18).)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Diminutive form of ὄνος (ónos), meaning "donkey" or "ass."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The corresponding Hebrew term often associated with ὀνάριον is עַיִר (ayir), Strong's Hebrew 5895, which also means "young donkey" or "colt." This term is used in the Old Testament, particularly in prophetic literature, to describe the humble and peaceful nature of the coming Messiah, as seen in Zechariah 9:9.

This lexical entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the term ὀνάριον, its biblical significance, and its connection to the broader narrative of Scripture.

Usage: The term ὀνάριον is used in the New Testament to refer to a young donkey, often in the context of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem.

Context: The Greek word ὀνάριον appears in the New Testament in the context of Jesus' entry into Jerusalem, a significant event in the Christian narrative. This event is often referred to as the Triumphal Entry, where Jesus fulfills the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9, which speaks of a king coming to Jerusalem "gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey."

In the Berean Standard Bible, the term ὀνάριον is used in the following passage:

• John 12:14-15 (BSB): "Finding a young donkey, Jesus sat on it, as it is written: 'Do not be afraid, O Daughter of Zion. See, your King is coming, seated on the colt of a donkey.'"

This passage highlights the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy and emphasizes the humility and peace associated with Jesus' kingship, contrasting with the typical image of a conquering king on a warhorse. The use of a young donkey symbolizes peace and servitude, aligning with Jesus' mission and message.

Forms and Transliterations

οναριον ονάριον ὀνάριον onarion onárion

Englishman's Concordance

John 12:14 N-ANS
GRK: ὁ Ἰησοῦς ὀνάριον ἐκάθισεν ἐπ'
NAS: finding a young donkey, sat
KJV: when he had found a young ass, sat
INT: Jesus a young donkey sat upon

Strong's Greek 3678
1 Occurrence

ὀνάριον — 1 Occ.