4079. pédalion

Lexicon

pédalion: Rudder

Original Word: πηδάλιον
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: pédalion
Pronunciation: pay-DAH-lee-on
Phonetic Spelling: (pay-dal'-ee-on)
Definition: Rudder
Meaning: the rudder of a ship.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

rudder.

Neuter of a (presumed) derivative of pedon (the blade of an oar; from the same as pede); a "pedal", i.e. Helm -- rudder.

see GREEK pede

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from pédon (the blade of an oar)
Definition
a rudder
NASB Translation
rudder (1), rudders (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4079: πηδάλιον

πηδάλιον, πηδαλίου, τό (from πηδον the blade of an oar, an oar), from Homer down, a ship's rudder :. Acts 27:40 (on the plural see Smith, Voy. and Shipwreck of St. Paul, 4th edition, p. 183ff; B. D., under the word, Ship (2); cf. Graser, Das Seewesen des Alterthums, in the Philologus for 1865, p. 266f); James 3:4.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word πηδός (pēdós), meaning "blade" or "oar blade."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the Greek term πηδάλιον, the concept of guidance and control can be related to several Hebrew terms that convey similar ideas, such as:
• מוֹשֵׁל (moshel) • ruler, governor
• נָחָה (nachah) • to lead, guide
• הַדָּרָךְ (hadderek) • the way, path

These Hebrew terms, like the Greek πηδάλιον, emphasize the importance of direction and leadership, both in a physical and spiritual sense.

Usage: The term πηδάλιον is used in the New Testament to describe the rudder of a ship, emphasizing its role in navigation and control.

Context: The Greek term πηδάλιον appears in the New Testament in the context of maritime navigation, specifically in the Book of Acts. In Acts 27:40, the term is used to describe the rudders of the ship on which the Apostle Paul was traveling. The passage highlights the critical function of the rudder in steering the ship, especially during a storm. The rudder, though small in comparison to the size of the ship, plays a vital role in determining the vessel's direction and stability.

The metaphorical use of the rudder in biblical literature often symbolizes guidance and control. Just as a rudder directs a ship, so too does wisdom or divine guidance direct the life of a believer. The imagery of the rudder underscores the importance of having a steady and reliable guide, whether in the physical journey of a ship or the spiritual journey of faith.

In the broader biblical context, the concept of guidance and control is a recurring theme, with God often depicted as the ultimate guide and protector. The rudder serves as a tangible representation of this divine guidance, reminding believers of the need to remain steadfast and directed by God's will.

Forms and Transliterations

πηδαλιου πηδαλίου πηδαλιων πηδαλίων πηδάν πηδών pedalion pedalíon pēdaliōn pēdalíōn pedaliou pedalíou pēdaliou pēdalíou

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 27:40 N-GNP
GRK: ζευκτηρίας τῶν πηδαλίων καὶ ἐπάραντες
NAS: the ropes of the rudders; and hoisting
KJV: and loosed the rudder bands, and
INT: ropes of the rudders and having hoisted

James 3:4 N-GNS
GRK: ὑπὸ ἐλαχίστου πηδαλίου ὅπου ἡ
NAS: by a very small rudder wherever
KJV: a very small helm, whithersoever
INT: by a very small rudder whenever the

Strong's Greek 4079
2 Occurrences

πηδαλίων — 1 Occ.
πηδαλίου — 1 Occ.