5508. Chios

Lexicon

Chios: Chios

Original Word: Χίος
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: Chios
Pronunciation: KHEE-os
Phonetic Spelling: (khee'-os)
Definition: Chios
Meaning: Chios (modern Scio), an important island in the Aegean Sea, off the west central coast of Asia Minor.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Chios.

Of uncertain derivation; Chios, an island in the Mediterranean -- Chios.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of uncertain origin
Definition
Chios, an island in the Aegean Sea
NASB Translation
Chios (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5508: Χίος

Χίος, Χίου, ἡ, Chios, an island in the Aegean Sea, between Samos and Lesbos, not far from the shore of Lydia: Acts 20:15.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Of uncertain derivation

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct corresponding Strong's Hebrew entries for Χίος, as it is a specific geographical location mentioned in the Greek New Testament.

Usage: The term Χίος is used in the New Testament to denote the island of Chios, which is mentioned in the context of Paul's missionary journeys.

Context: Chios is an island situated in the Aegean Sea, known for its strategic location and historical significance in ancient times. It lies near the western coast of Asia Minor, opposite the region of Ionia. The island is characterized by its rugged terrain and was historically renowned for its production of mastic, a resin obtained from the mastic tree.

In the New Testament, Chios is mentioned in the Book of Acts during the Apostle Paul's third missionary journey. Acts 20:15 (BSB) states, "Sailing on from there, we arrived the next day opposite Chios. The following day we crossed over to Samos, and on the next day we came to Miletus." This passage highlights Chios as a waypoint in Paul's travels as he journeyed towards Jerusalem.

The island's mention in the biblical narrative underscores its role as a maritime landmark in the ancient world, facilitating travel and trade across the Aegean Sea. Chios, with its rich history and cultural heritage, was part of the Roman province of Asia during the time of the New Testament.

Forms and Transliterations

Χιου Χίου Chiou Chíou

Englishman's Concordance

Acts 20:15 N-GFS
GRK: κατηντήσαμεν ἄντικρυς Χίου τῇ δὲ
NAS: day opposite Chios; and the next
KJV: [day] over against Chios; and
INT: we arrived opposite Chios and

Strong's Greek 5508
1 Occurrence

Χίου — 1 Occ.