Strong's Lexicon agkistron: Hook Original Word: ἄγκιστρον Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word ἄγκος (ankos), meaning "a bend" or "curve." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "agkistron," the concept of fishing and hooks can be related to Hebrew words like "חַכָּה" (chakkah), meaning "hook" or "fishhook," as seen in passages like Job 41:1. Usage: The term "agkistron" refers to a hook, specifically a fishhook. In the New Testament, it is used in the context of fishing, symbolizing the act of catching or drawing in. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient world, fishing was a common occupation, especially in regions surrounding the Sea of Galilee. Fishhooks were essential tools for fishermen, crafted from materials like bone, bronze, or iron. Fishing was not only a means of sustenance but also a metaphor for spiritual truths, as seen in Jesus' call to His disciples to become "fishers of men" (Matthew 4:19). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as agkalé Definition a fishhook NASB Translation hook (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 44: ἄγκιστρονἄγκιστρον, , τό (from an unused ἀγκίζω to angle (see the preceding word)), a fish-hook: Matthew 17:27. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance hook. From the same as agkale; a hook (as bent) -- hook. see GREEK agkale Forms and Transliterations αγκιστρον άγκιστρον άγκιστρόν ἄγκιστρον αγκίστρω αγκύλαι αγκύλας αγκυλών αγκύλων ankistron ánkistronLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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