Strong's Lexicon pleura: Side, Rib Original Word: πλευρά Word Origin: Derived from a primary word meaning "side" or "rib." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with "pleura" is צֵלָע (tsela, Strong's H6763), which means "rib" or "side," as seen in Genesis 2:21-22, where God takes a rib from Adam to create Eve. Usage: The Greek word "pleura" primarily refers to the side of a body or an object. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the physical side of a person, particularly in the context of Jesus' crucifixion, where His side was pierced. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the term "pleura" was commonly used in medical and anatomical contexts to describe the sides of the human body or the ribs. The concept of the "side" also held symbolic significance, often representing protection or vulnerability. In the biblical context, the piercing of Jesus' side is a significant event, symbolizing the fulfillment of prophecy and the outpouring of grace and redemption. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition the side NASB Translation side (5). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4125: πλευράπλευρά, πλευρᾶς, ἡ, from Homer (who always uses the plural) down; the side of the body: John 19:34; John 20:20, 25, 27; Acts 12:7. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance side. Of uncertain affinity; a rib, i.e. (by extension) side -- side. Forms and Transliterations πλευρά πλεύρα πλευραί πλευραίς πλευραν πλευράν πλευρὰν πλευράς πλευροίς πλευρόν πλευρού πλευρών pleuran pleurán pleurànLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 27:49 N-AFSGRK: αὐτοῦ τὴν πλευράν καὶ ἐξῆλθεν INT: of him the side and flowed John 19:34 N-AFS John 20:20 N-AFS John 20:25 N-AFS John 20:27 N-AFS Acts 12:7 N-AFS |
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