527. hapalos

Lexicon

hapalos: Soft, tender

Original Word: ἁπαλός
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: hapalos
Pronunciation: hah-pah-LOS
Phonetic Spelling: (ap-al-os')
Definition: Soft, tender
Meaning: soft, tender, as a shoot of a tree.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

tender.

Of uncertain derivation; soft -- tender.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of uncertain origin
Definition
tender
NASB Translation
tender (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 527: ἁπαλός

ἁπαλός, ἁπαλή, ἁπαλόν, tender: of the branch of a tree, when full of sap, Matthew 24:32; Mark 13:28. (From Homer down.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root of ἅπτω (hapto), meaning "to touch" or "to fasten."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἁπαλός, similar concepts of tenderness and softness can be found in Hebrew words such as רַךְ (rak, Strong's Hebrew 7390), which also conveys the idea of being tender or soft, often used in contexts describing the heart or emotions.

This lexical entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Greek word ἁπαλός, highlighting its significance in biblical teachings and its application in the life of believers.

Usage: The word ἁπαλός appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize gentleness or tenderness, often in relation to physical or metaphorical descriptions.

Context: The Greek word ἁπαλός is used in the New Testament to convey a sense of tenderness or softness, both in physical and metaphorical contexts. This term is found in Mark 13:28, where Jesus uses the imagery of a fig tree to teach about the signs of the times: "Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near." Here, ἁπαλός describes the tender state of the fig tree's branches, indicating the nearness of a new season. This metaphorical use highlights the importance of recognizing spiritual signs and being prepared for the coming of God's kingdom.

The concept of tenderness in the biblical context often extends beyond the physical to encompass attitudes and behaviors. In a broader theological sense, ἁπαλός can be associated with the qualities of gentleness and compassion, which are virtues encouraged among believers. The use of this word in Scripture underscores the importance of being sensitive to God's timing and the unfolding of His plans.

Forms and Transliterations

απαλή απαλόν απαλος απαλός ἁπαλὸς απαλότητα απαλότητος απαλούς απαλυνεί απαλωθή απαλώτερα απαναίνου απημαυρώθησαν απηναισχύντησας απηνήνατο ηπαλύνθη ηπαλύνθησαν apalos hapalos hapalòs

Englishman's Concordance

Matthew 24:32 Adj-NMS
GRK: αὐτῆς γένηται ἁπαλὸς καὶ τὰ
NAS: become tender and puts forth
KJV: is yet tender, and putteth forth
INT: of it is become tender and the

Mark 13:28 Adj-NMS
GRK: κλάδος αὐτῆς ἁπαλὸς γένηται καὶ
NAS: become tender and puts forth
KJV: is yet tender, and putteth forth
INT: branch of it tender is become and

Strong's Greek 527
2 Occurrences

ἁπαλὸς — 2 Occ.