Strong's Lexicon anesis: Relief, rest, relaxation, ease Original Word: ἄνεσις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἀνίημι (aniēmi), meaning "to let go" or "to relax." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "anesis," the concept of rest or relief can be found in words like נוּחַ (nuach, Strong's H5117), which means "to rest" or "to settle down." Usage: The term "anesis" in the New Testament is used to convey a sense of relief or rest from burdens or distress. It implies a release from tension or pressure, often in a spiritual or emotional context. The word suggests a state of comfort or ease that comes after a period of difficulty or hardship. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of "anesis" would have been understood in both physical and metaphorical terms. It could refer to a literal easing of physical burdens or a more abstract sense of relief from emotional or societal pressures. In the context of early Christianity, "anesis" would resonate with the promise of spiritual rest and peace found in Christ, contrasting with the often harsh realities of life under Roman rule. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom aniémi Definition a loosening, relaxation NASB Translation ease (1), freedom (1), relief (1), rest (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 425: ἄνεσιςἄνεσις, ἀνεσεως, ἡ (ἀνίημι to let loose, slacken, anything tense, e. g. a bow), a loosening, relaxing; spoken of a more tolerable condition in captivity: ἔχειν ἄνεσιν, to be held in less rigorous confinement (R. V. have indulgence), Acts 24:23 (Josephus, Antiquities 18, 6, 10 φυλακή μέν γάρ καί τήρησις ἦν, μετά μέντοι ἀνεσεως τῆς δίαιταν). relief, rest, from persecutions, 2 Thessalonians 1:7; from the troubles of poverty, 2 Corinthians 8:13; relief from anxiety, quiet, 2 Corinthians 2:13 ( Strong's Exhaustive Concordance easing, liberty, rest. From aniemi; relaxation or (figuratively) relief -- eased, liberty, rest. see GREEK aniemi Forms and Transliterations ανεσιν άνεσιν ἄνεσιν ανεσις άνεσις ἄνεσις anesin ánesin anesis ánesisLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 24:23 N-AFSGRK: ἔχειν τε ἄνεσιν καὶ μηδένα NAS: and [yet] have [some] freedom, and not to prevent KJV: to let [him] have liberty, and INT: to [let him] have moreover ease and not 2 Corinthians 2:13 N-AFS 2 Corinthians 7:5 N-AFS 2 Corinthians 8:13 N-NFS 2 Thessalonians 1:7 N-AFS Strong's Greek 425 |
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