Berean Strong's Lexicon parthenia: Virginity Original Word: παρθενία Word Origin: Derived from παρθένος (parthenos), meaning "virgin" or "maiden." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with virginity is בְּתוּלָה (bethulah), Strong's Hebrew 1330, which similarly denotes a virgin or maiden, emphasizing purity and the unmarried state. Usage: The term "parthenia" refers to the state of being a virgin, emphasizing purity and chastity. In the New Testament, it is often associated with moral and spiritual purity, reflecting a life dedicated to God. The concept of virginity is not only physical but also spiritual, symbolizing a heart and life set apart for divine purposes. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures, virginity was highly valued, especially for women, as it was associated with honor, family reputation, and religious devotion. The idea of virginity was also linked to the purity required for certain religious roles and practices. In the early Christian context, virginity was esteemed as a symbol of complete devotion to Christ, often associated with those who chose celibacy for the sake of the Kingdom of God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom parthenos Definition virginity NASB Translation marriage (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3932: παρθένιαπαρθένια, παρθενίας, ἡ (πυρθενος), virginity: Luke 2:36. (Jeremiah 3:4; Pindar, Aeschylus, Euripides, Diodorus, Plutarch, Herodian, others (cf. Field, Otium Norv. pars 3:at the passage).) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance virginity. From parthenos; maidenhood -- virginity. see GREEK parthenos Forms and Transliterations παρθενιας παρθενίας παρθενικά παρθενικόν parthenias partheníasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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