5115. toxon

Lexicon

toxon: Bow

Original Word: τόξον
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: toxon
Pronunciation: TOKS-on
Phonetic Spelling: (tox'-on)
Definition: Bow
Meaning: a bow.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

a bow.

From the base of tikto; a bow (apparently as the simplest fabric) -- bow.

see GREEK tikto

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
a bow
NASB Translation
bow (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5115: τόξον

τόξον, τόξου, τό, from Homer down, the Sept. often for קֶשֶׁת, a bow: Revelation 6:2.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the base of τίκτω (tiktō), meaning "to bring forth" or "to produce."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H7198 קֶשֶׁת (qeshet): This Hebrew term is commonly used in the Old Testament to denote a bow, often in the context of warfare or hunting. It appears in various passages, such as Genesis 9:13, where God sets a "bow" in the clouds as a sign of His covenant with Noah.

• H2671 חֵץ (chets): While primarily meaning "arrow," this term is related to the use of a bow, as arrows are the projectiles shot from a bow. It is often found in contexts describing battle or divine judgment, such as in Psalm 7:13.

These Hebrew terms provide a broader understanding of the concept of the bow in biblical literature, emphasizing its role as a symbol of strength, warfare, and divine intervention.

Usage: The term τόξον is used in the New Testament to refer to a bow, specifically in the context of a weapon. It appears in the Book of Revelation.

Context: The Greek word τόξον (toxon) is found in the New Testament in Revelation 6:2, where it describes the weapon carried by the rider on the white horse: "So I looked and saw a white horse, and its rider held a bow. And he was given a crown, and he rode out to overcome and conquer." (BSB)

In this apocalyptic context, the bow symbolizes conquest and victory. The imagery of the rider with a bow is often interpreted as representing a force or entity that goes forth to achieve dominance, reflecting themes of power and authority. The bow, as an ancient weapon, signifies readiness for battle and the ability to strike from a distance, emphasizing the reach and impact of the rider's mission.

The use of τόξον in Revelation is unique within the New Testament, as it does not appear elsewhere. This singular occurrence highlights its symbolic significance in the apocalyptic vision presented by John. The bow, coupled with the crown given to the rider, suggests a divinely sanctioned mission, aligning with the broader themes of divine judgment and the unfolding of God's plan as depicted in the book.

Forms and Transliterations

τόξα τόξοις τοξον τόξον τοξόται τοξότης τόξου τόξω τόξων toxon tóxon

Englishman's Concordance

Revelation 6:2 N-ANS
GRK: αὐτὸν ἔχων τόξον καὶ ἐδόθη
NAS: on it had a bow; and a crown
KJV: him had a bow; and a crown
INT: it having a bow and was given

Strong's Greek 5115
1 Occurrence

τόξον — 1 Occ.