Lexicon Phoinix: Phoenix Original Word: Φοῖνιξ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Phenice. Probably the same as phoinix; Phoenix, a place in Crete -- Phenice. see GREEK phoinix NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as Phoiniké Definition a Phoenician (an inhab. of Phoenicia), Phoenix (a city of Crete) NASB Translation Phoenix (1). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word φοῖνιξ, which can refer to a palm tree or the color purple/red, often associated with the Phoenicians.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek term Φοῖνιξ as it is a specific geographical reference in the New Testament. However, the concept of a "palm tree" can be related to Hebrew words such as תָּמָר (tamar, Strong's Hebrew 8558), which also means "palm tree." Usage: The word Φοῖνιξ appears in the New Testament in the context of a geographical location. It is used once in the Berean Standard Bible (BSB). Context: Φοῖνιξ (Phoinix) is mentioned in the New Testament in Acts 27:12. It refers to a harbor on the southern coast of Crete. The passage describes the journey of Paul as a prisoner being transported to Rome. The harbor of Phoenix is noted as a place where the ship's crew intended to winter, as it was considered more suitable than Fair Havens, where they initially docked. The harbor faced both southwest and northwest, providing better shelter from the harsh winter winds. This location is significant in the narrative of Paul's voyage, highlighting the challenges faced during sea travel in the ancient world and the strategic decisions made by sailors to ensure safety. Forms and Transliterations Φοινικα Φοίνικα Phoinika PhoínikaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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