Strong's Lexicon péganon: Rue Original Word: πήγανον Word Origin: Derived from a foreign origin, possibly related to the Hebrew term for a similar plant. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "péganon," the concept of tithing herbs can be related to the broader Hebrew practice of tithing agricultural produce, as seen in passages like Leviticus 27:30 and Deuteronomy 14:22. Usage: The term "péganon" refers to the plant known as rue, a small shrub with a strong, bitter taste. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to illustrate the meticulous attention to minor details of the law while neglecting more important matters of justice and love. Cultural and Historical Background: Rue was a common herb in the ancient Mediterranean world, valued for its medicinal properties and culinary uses. It was often grown in gardens and used in various remedies. In Jewish tradition, rue was subject to tithing laws, as it was considered a garden herb. The Pharisees, known for their strict adherence to the law, would tithe even the smallest herbs, including rue, to demonstrate their piety. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originperhaps from pégnumi Definition rue (a plant with thick, fleshy leaves) NASB Translation rue (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4076: πήγανονπήγανον, πηγανου, τό (thought to be from πήγνυμι to make solid, on account of its thick, fleshy leaves; cf. Vanicek, p. 457), rue: Luke 11:42. (Theophrastus, hist. plant. 1, 3, 4; Dioscorid. 3, 45 (52); Plutarch, others) (B. D., under the word; Tristram, Nat. Hist. etc., p. 478; Carruthers in the Bible Educator, iii. 216f.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance rue. From pegnumi; rue (from its thick or fleshy leaves) -- rue. see GREEK pegnumi Forms and Transliterations πηγανον πήγανον peganon pēganon pḗganonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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