Lexicon ophrus: Brow, Eyebrow Original Word: ὀφρῦς Strong's Exhaustive Concordance brow. Perhaps from optanomai (through the idea of the shading or proximity to the organ of vision); the eye-"brow" or forehead, i.e. (figuratively) the brink of a precipice -- brow. see GREEK optanomai NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition an eyebrow NASB Translation brow (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3790: ὀφρύςὀφρύς, ὀφρύος, ἡ, 1. the eyebrow, so from Homer down. 2. any prominence or projection; as (English the brow) of a mountain (so the Latinsupercilium, Vergil, georg. 1, 108; Hirtius, bell. afr. 58; Livy 27, 18; 34, 29): Luke 4:29 (Homer, Iliad 20, 151; often in Polybius, Plutarch, others). STRONGS NT 3790a: ὀχετός [ὀχετός, ὀχετου, ὁ, 1. a water-pipe, duct. 2. the intestinal canal: Mark 7:19 WH (rejected) marginal reading (others, ἀφεδρών).] Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ὀφρῦς, similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words that describe facial expressions or features, such as: Usage: The word ὀφρῦς is used in the New Testament to describe physical features or expressions, though it appears infrequently. It is often associated with the conveyance of emotions or attitudes, such as surprise, anger, or contemplation. Context: The Greek term ὀφρῦς, translated as "eyebrow" or "brow," is a descriptive term that appears in the context of physical appearance and expression. In ancient Greek culture, the eyebrows were considered significant in conveying emotions and were often highlighted in art and literature to depict various states of mind or character traits. The movement of the eyebrows could indicate a range of emotions, from curiosity to disapproval. |
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