Strong's Lexicon Rhómaisti: In the Roman language; in Latin Original Word: Ῥωμαϊστί Word Origin: Derived from Ῥωμαῖος (Rhōmaios), meaning "Roman." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "Ῥωμαϊστί," as it specifically refers to the Latin language. However, the concept of language and inscription can be related to Hebrew terms for writing and language, such as כָּתַב (kathav - H3789) for "to write." Usage: The adverb "Ῥωμαϊστί" is used to denote something spoken or written in the Roman language, which is Latin. It specifically refers to the use of the Latin language in the context of the New Testament. Cultural and Historical Background: During the time of the New Testament, the Roman Empire was the dominant political and cultural force in the Mediterranean region. Latin was the official language of the Roman government and military, although Greek was widely spoken in the eastern provinces, including Judea. The use of Latin in the New Testament context highlights the influence of Roman culture and governance on the Jewish and early Christian communities. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from Rhómaios Definition in Latin NASB Translation Latin (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4515: ῬωμαϊστίῬωμαϊστί, adverb, in the Roman fashion or language, in Latin: John 19:20. (Epictetus diss. 1, 17, 16; Plutarch, Appian, others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Latin. Adverb from a presumed derivative of Rhome; Romaistically, i.e. In the Latin language -- Latin. see GREEK Rhome Forms and Transliterations Ρωμαιστι Ῥωμαϊστί Rhomaisti Rhomaïstí Rhōmaisti Rhōmaïstí Romaisti RōmaistiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |