Strong's Lexicon skelos: Leg Original Word: σκέλος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root word "σκάλλω" (skallō), meaning "to dig" or "to hollow out," which metaphorically relates to the shape or form of a leg. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of "leg" is "רֶגֶל" (regel), Strong's Hebrew 7272, which also means "foot" or "leg." Usage: The term "skelos" refers specifically to the leg, particularly in the context of the human body. In the New Testament, it is used in a literal sense to describe the physical legs of a person. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Jewish culture, the leg was often seen as a symbol of strength and mobility. The breaking of legs was a method used by the Romans to hasten death during crucifixion, as it prevented the victim from supporting their body and breathing properly. This practice is reflected in the New Testament narrative of the crucifixion of Jesus. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition the leg (from the hip down) NASB Translation legs (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4628: σκέλοςσκέλος, σκελους, τό, from Homer down, the leg i. e. from the hip to the toes inclusive: John 19:31f, 33. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance leg. Apparently from skello (to parch; through the idea of leanness); the leg (as lank) -- leg. Forms and Transliterations εσκέπασαν εσκέπασε εσκέπασέ σκελη σκέλη σκέλος σκελών σκεπάζεται σκεπαζόμενος σκεπάρνοις σκεπάρνω σκεπάσαι σκεπάσει σκεπάσεις σκεπάσης σκεπασθήναι σκεπασθήσεται σκεπασθήσομαι σκεπασθησόμεθα σκεπασθήτε σκέπασόν σκεπάσω skele skelē skéle skélēLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance John 19:31 N-NNPGRK: αὐτῶν τὰ σκέλη καὶ ἀρθῶσιν NAS: Pilate that their legs might be broken, KJV: that their legs might be broken, and INT: their legs and taken away John 19:32 N-ANP John 19:33 N-ANP |
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