Berean Strong's Lexicon Turannos: Tyrant, ruler Original Word: τύραννος Word Origin: Derived from a non-Greek origin, possibly from the Lydian language. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "τύραννος," the concept of oppressive rulers can be found in Hebrew terms such as "עָרִיץ" (aritz, Strong's H6184), meaning "ruthless" or "tyrant," and "נָגַשׂ" (nagas, Strong's H5065), meaning "to oppress" or "to drive." Usage: In the New Testament, the term "τύραννος" is used to describe a ruler or leader who exercises power in a domineering or oppressive manner. It is often associated with a negative connotation, implying a lack of legitimate authority or a harsh, autocratic style of governance. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the term "τύραννος" originally referred to a ruler who seized power unconstitutionally or without hereditary right. Over time, it came to be associated with oppressive and unjust rule. The concept of a tyrant was well-known in the Greco-Roman world, where political power struggles and the rise of autocratic leaders were common. The term was used to describe both historical figures and mythological characters who wielded power without regard for justice or the welfare of their subjects. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof foreign origin Definition "absolute ruler," Tyrannus, an Ephesian NASB Translation Tyrannus (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5181: ΤύραννοςΤύραννος, Τυράννου, ὁ, Tyrannus, an Ephesian in whose school Paul taught the gospel, but of whom we have no further knowledge (cf. B. D., under the word): Acts 19:9. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Tyrannus. A provincial form of the derivative of the base of kurios; a "tyrant"; Tyrannus, an Ephesian -- Tyrannus. see GREEK kurios Forms and Transliterations τύραννοι τύραννοί τύραννος Τυραννου Τυράννου τυράννους Turannou Tyrannou TyránnouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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