Lexicon sustasiastés: Rebel, Instigator, Conspirator Original Word: συστασιαστής Strong's Exhaustive Concordance rebelFrom a compound of sun and a derivative of stasis; a fellow-insurgent -- make insurrection with. see GREEK sun see GREEK stasis NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originvariant reading for stasiastés, q.v. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4955: συστασιαστήςσυστασιαστής, συστασιαστου, ὁ (see στασιαστής), a companion in insurrection, fellow-rioter: Mark 15:7 R G (Josephus, Antiquities 14, 2, 1). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb συνίστημι (synistēmi), meaning "to stand together" or "to combine," and the noun στάσις (stasis), meaning "a standing" or "a faction."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for συστασιαστής, related concepts can be found in terms such as מֶרִי (meri, Strong's Hebrew 4805), meaning "rebellion" or "disobedience," and סָרָה (sarah, Strong's Hebrew 5627), meaning "turning aside" or "apostasy." These terms capture the essence of rebellion and factionalism present in the Old Testament narratives, providing a backdrop for understanding the socio-political dynamics addressed by the New Testament writers. Usage: The term συστασιαστής is used in ancient Greek literature to describe individuals who participate in or incite rebellion or factionalism. It is not directly found in the New Testament but is relevant in understanding the socio-political context of certain biblical narratives. Context: The term συστασιαστής, while not appearing in the New Testament, provides insight into the socio-political climate of the first century, particularly in relation to the Roman Empire and Jewish society. The concept of factionalism and sedition was significant during this period, as various groups sought to challenge Roman authority and assert their own political or religious agendas. Understanding this term helps illuminate the tensions present in the New Testament, such as those involving the Zealots, a Jewish political movement that sought to overthrow Roman rule. The New Testament references to insurrectionists and rebels, such as Barabbas (Mark 15:7, BSB: "And a man named Barabbas was imprisoned with the rebels who had committed murder during the insurrection."), reflect the type of individuals who might be described as συστασιαστής in broader Greek literature. This term underscores the challenges faced by early Christians as they navigated a world rife with political unrest and the call to remain steadfast in their faith amidst external pressures. Forms and Transliterations στασιαστων στασιαστῶν συστάσει συστασιαστών stasiaston stasiastôn stasiastōn stasiastō̂nLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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