5036. tachus

Lexicon

tachus: Quick, swift, speedy

Original Word: ταχύς
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: tachus
Pronunciation: tah-KHOOS
Phonetic Spelling: (takh-oos')
Definition: Quick, swift, speedy
Meaning: quick, swift, speedy, ready, prompt.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

swift.

Of uncertain affinity; fleet, i.e. (figuratively) prompt or ready -- swift.

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 5036 taxýs (an adjective) – swift (speedy), without unnecessary delay. See 5035 (taxy).

[This root (tax-) emphasizes the idea "promptly" (without unjustified time-lapse). Immediacy is conveyed by 2112 /euthéōs ("straightway, right away").

See also Strong's numbers: 5030 (taxéōs), 5031 (taxinós), 5032 (táxion), 5033 (táxista), 5034 (táxos), 5035 (taxý).]

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
quick, swift
NASB Translation
faster (1), quick (1), quickly (1), soon (2), sooner (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5036: ταχύς

ταχύς, ταχεῖα, ταχύ, from Homer down, quick, fleet, speedy: opposed to βραδύς (as in Xenophon, mem. 4, 2, 25), εἰς τό ἀκοῦσαι (A. V. swift to hear), James 1:19.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the base of τρέχω (trechō), meaning "to run."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Hebrew 4116: מָהַר (mahar) – to hasten, be quick, prompt.
• Strong's Hebrew 7031: קַל (qal) – swift, fleet, nimble.

These Hebrew terms share a similar semantic range with ταχύς, often used in the Old Testament to describe speed or urgency in actions or events.

Usage: The term ταχύς is used in the New Testament to describe something that occurs quickly or swiftly. It can refer to physical speed or the rapidity of an event or action.

Context: The Greek word ταχύς (tachús) appears in several contexts within the New Testament, often conveying a sense of urgency or immediacy. It is used both literally and metaphorically to describe actions or events that happen without delay.

In Matthew 5:25, Jesus advises, "Reconcile quickly with your adversary," emphasizing the importance of prompt action in resolving disputes. Here, ταχύς underscores the urgency of making peace.

Revelation 22:12 states, "Behold, I am coming soon," where ταχύς is translated as "soon," indicating the swift and imminent return of Christ. This usage highlights the eschatological expectation and the need for readiness among believers.

The word also appears in contexts where quickness is a characteristic of a person's response or behavior. For example, in James 1:19, believers are instructed to be "quick to listen, slow to speak," where ταχύς is used to encourage a prompt and attentive attitude towards hearing.

The concept of speed or swiftness in ταχύς often carries a moral or spiritual implication, urging believers to act decisively in their faith and conduct. It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of life and the importance of being prepared for the Lord's return.

Forms and Transliterations

ταχεία ταχείς ταχύ ταχύν ταχυς ταχύς ταχὺς tachus tachys tachỳs

Englishman's Concordance

James 1:19 Adj-NMS
GRK: πᾶς ἄνθρωπος ταχὺς εἰς τὸ
NAS: But everyone must be quick to hear,
KJV: man be swift to hear,
INT: every man swift for

Strong's Greek 5036
1 Occurrence

ταχὺς — 1 Occ.