Lexicon stomachos: Stomach Original Word: στόμαχος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance stomach. From stoma; an orifice (the gullet), i.e. (specially), the "stomach" -- stomach. see GREEK stoma NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom stoma Definition an opening, the stomach NASB Translation stomach (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4751: στόμαχοςστόμαχος, στομαχου, ὁ (στόμα, which see); 1. the throat: Homer, others. 2. an opening, orifice, especially of the stomach, Aristotle 3. in later writings (as Plutarch, others) the stomach: 1 Timothy 5:23. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "stomachos" in the Old Testament, as the Hebrew Bible uses different terms to describe the stomach or belly, such as "בֶּטֶן" (beten, Strong's Hebrew 990) and "קֶרֶב" (qereb, Strong's Hebrew 7130), which refer to the belly or inward parts. These terms are used in various contexts, often metaphorically, to describe emotions or inner thoughts, as well as the physical organ. Usage: The word "stomachos" is used in the New Testament to refer to the physical stomach. It appears in contexts related to bodily health and well-being. Context: The Greek term "stomachos" is found in the New Testament in 1 Timothy 5:23, where the Apostle Paul advises Timothy, "No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments" (BSB). In this passage, "stomachos" is used to refer to Timothy's physical stomach, which was apparently prone to frequent ailments or discomforts. Paul's advice to use a little wine suggests a practical approach to health, recognizing the medicinal properties of wine in aiding digestion and alleviating stomach issues. This reflects an understanding of the human body's needs and the use of natural remedies available at the time. The passage highlights the importance of caring for one's physical health as part of a holistic approach to life and ministry. |
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