Lexicon simikinthion: Linen cloth, fine linen garment Original Word: σιμικίνθιον Strong's Exhaustive Concordance apron. Of Latin origin; a semicinctium or half-girding, i.e. Narrow covering (apron) -- apron. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Latin origin Definition (a workman's) apron NASB Translation aprons (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4612: σιμικίνθιονσιμικίνθιον (or σημικίνθιον), σιμικινθιου, τό, (Latinsemicinctium (cf. Rich, Dict. of Antiq., under the word), from semi and cingo), a narrow apron, or linen covering, which workmen and servants were accustomed to wear: Acts 19:12 (A. V. aprons). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from Latin "simia," meaning "ape" or "monkey," and "cinctus," meaning "girded" or "belted." The term likely refers to a type of apron or girdle.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for σιμικίνθιον, the concept of girding oneself for service can be related to Hebrew terms such as חֲגוֹרָה (chagorah • Strong's Hebrew 2290), meaning "girdle" or "belt," which is used in various contexts in the Old Testament to denote preparation for work or battle. Usage: The term σιμικίνθιον is used in the New Testament to describe a garment associated with servitude or humility, particularly in the context of Jesus' actions during the Last Supper. Context: The term σιμικίνθιον appears in the New Testament in the context of John 13:4-5, where Jesus, during the Last Supper, rises from the meal, lays aside His outer garments, and girds Himself with a towel. This act of girding Himself with a towel, or σιμικίνθιον, symbolizes servitude and humility, as Jesus proceeds to wash the feet of His disciples. This gesture is a profound demonstration of servant leadership and an example of humility and love that Jesus imparts to His followers. The σιμικίνθιον, therefore, is not merely a physical garment but a representation of the spiritual posture of service and selflessness that Jesus embodies and calls His disciples to emulate. Forms and Transliterations σιμικινθια σιμικίνθια simikinthia simikínthiaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |