4552. sapphiros

Lexicon

sapphiros: Sapphire

Original Word: σάπφειρος
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: sapphiros
Pronunciation: SAF-ee-ros
Phonetic Spelling: (sap'-fi-ros)
Definition: Sapphire
Meaning: a sapphire.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

sapphire.

Of Hebrew origin (cappiyr); a "sapphire" or lapis-lazuli gem -- sapphire.

see HEBREW cappiyr

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of Semitic origin, cf. sappir
Definition
sapphire, perhaps lapis lazuli
NASB Translation
sapphire (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4552: σάπφειρος

σάπφειρος, σαπφείρου, ἡ, Hebrew סַפִיר, sapphire, a precious stone (perhaps our lapis lazuli, cf. B. D., under the word ; Riehm, HWB, under the word Edelsteine, 14): Revelation 21:19. (Theophrastus, Dioscorides (?), others; the Sept..)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from Hebrew סַפִּיר (sappir)

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H5601 סַפִּיר (sappir): This Hebrew term is the direct equivalent of the Greek σάπφειρος and is used in the Old Testament to describe the sapphire stone. It appears in various passages, including Exodus 24:10, where it describes the pavement under God's feet as being like sapphire stone, emphasizing the majesty and holiness of the divine presence.

In summary, σάπφειρος in the biblical lexicon represents not only a valuable gemstone but also carries rich symbolic meaning, reflecting the divine beauty and purity associated with God's heavenly kingdom.

Usage: The term σάπφειρος is used in the New Testament to describe a precious stone, specifically a sapphire, which is often associated with beauty, value, and divine splendor.

Context: The Greek word σάπφειρος refers to the sapphire, a gemstone highly prized in ancient times for its deep blue color and brilliance. In the biblical context, sapphires are often mentioned in descriptions of divine or heavenly visions, symbolizing purity, holiness, and the glory of God.

In the New Testament, the term appears in the Book of Revelation, where it is used to describe the foundation stones of the New Jerusalem. Revelation 21:19 (BSB) states, "The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald."

The sapphire's significance extends beyond its physical beauty; it is emblematic of the divine nature and the heavenly realm. In biblical symbolism, the sapphire is often associated with God's throne and the clarity and purity of His presence. This aligns with the Old Testament usage, where sapphires are mentioned in the context of divine appearances and sacred objects.

Forms and Transliterations

σάπφειρον σαπφειρος σάπφειρος σαπφείρου σαπφείρω σάπφιρος σαράβαρα σαραβάροις sapphiros sápphiros

Englishman's Concordance

Revelation 21:19 N-NFS
GRK: ὁ δεύτερος σάπφιρος ὁ τρίτος
NAS: the second, sapphire; the third,
KJV: the second, sapphire; the third,
INT: the second sapphire the third

Strong's Greek 4552
1 Occurrence

σάπφιρος — 1 Occ.