Berean Strong's Lexicon pnoé: Breath, wind Original Word: πνοή Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb πνέω (pneō), meaning "to breathe" or "to blow." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H5397 נְשָׁמָה (neshamah) - breath, spirit - H7307 רוּחַ (ruach) - spirit, wind, breath Usage: The term "pnoé" primarily refers to the act of breathing or the breath itself. It can also denote a gentle breeze or wind. In the New Testament, it is used to convey the concept of life-giving breath, often associated with the Holy Spirit's activity. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, breath was often seen as a vital force, essential for life. This concept is mirrored in the Hebrew Scriptures, where the breath of God is depicted as the source of life and spirit. The Greek understanding of "pnoé" aligns with the biblical portrayal of God's breath as a life-giving and sustaining force. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom pneó Definition a blowing, wind, breath NASB Translation breath (1), wind (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4157: πνοήπνοή, πνοῆς, ἡ (πνέω), from Homer down, the Sept. for נְשָׁמָה 1. breath, the breath of life: Acts 17:25 (Genesis 2:7; Proverbs 24:12; Sir. 30:29 (21); 2 Macc. 3:31 2Macc. 7:9). 2. wind: Acts 2:2 (Job 37:9). (Cf. πνεῦμα, 1 b.) From pneo; respiration, a breeze -- breath, wind. see GREEK pneo Englishman's Concordance Acts 2:2 N-GFSGRK: ὥσπερ φερομένης πνοῆς βιαίας καὶ NAS: rushing wind, and it filled KJV: mighty wind, and INT: as rushing of a wind violent and Acts 17:25 N-AFS Strong's Greek 4157 |
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