Strong's Lexicon horkómosia: Oath-taking, swearing of an oath Original Word: ὁρκομοσία Word Origin: Derived from ὅρκος (horkos), meaning "oath." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of oath-taking is שְׁבוּעָה (shevu'ah), Strong's Hebrew 7621, which also denotes an oath or sworn statement. Usage: The term "horkómosia" refers to the act of taking an oath or the formal declaration of an oath. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe the solemn and binding nature of an oath, often in legal or covenantal settings. The concept underscores the seriousness and commitment associated with making promises or vows before God and others. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Jewish cultures, oaths were considered sacred and binding. They were often invoked in legal matters, religious ceremonies, and personal commitments. The act of swearing an oath was seen as invoking divine witness to the truth of one's words, and breaking an oath was considered a serious offense. In Jewish tradition, oaths were sometimes accompanied by specific rituals or sacrifices to underscore their solemnity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom horkoó (to make (one) swear) Definition affirmation on oath NASB Translation oath (4). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3728: ὁρκωμοσίαὁρκωμοσία, ὁρκωμοσίας, ἡ (ὁρκωματέω (ὅρκος and ὄμνυμι); cf. ἀπωμοσια, ἀντωμοσία), affirmation made on oath, the taking of an oath, an oath: Hebrews 7:20(21),21,28. (Ezekiel 17:18; 1 Esdr. 8:90 (92); Josephus, Antiquities 16, 6, 2. Cf. Delitzsch, Commentary on Hebrew, the passage cited.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance oath. From a compound of horkos and a derivative of omnuo; asseveration on oath -- oath. see GREEK horkos see GREEK omnuo Forms and Transliterations ορκωμοσίαν ορκωμοσιας ορκωμοσίας ὁρκωμοσίας horkomosias horkomosías horkōmosias horkōmosías orkomosias orkōmosiasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Hebrews 7:20 N-GFSGRK: οὐ χωρὶς ὁρκωμοσίας οἱ μὲν NAS: as [it was] not without an oath KJV: without an oath [he was made priest]: INT: not apart from [the] swearing of an oath they truly Hebrews 7:20 N-GFS Hebrews 7:21 N-GFS Hebrews 7:28 N-GFS |
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