Lexicon choros: Dance, company of dancers Original Word: χορός Strong's Exhaustive Concordance dancing. Of uncertain derivation; a ring, i.e. Round dance ("choir" -- dancing. HELPS Word-studies 5525 xorós – dancing, which in the Bible is viewed as wholesome (when done modestly, etc.). Indeed, "dancing is even commended in the Bible" (G. Archer). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition a dance, chorus NASB Translation dancing (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5525: χορόςχορός, χορου, ὁ (by metathesis from ὄρχος, ὀρχέομαι ((?); probably related to χόρτος (Latinhortus), χρόνος, etc., denoting primarily 'an enclosure for dancing'; cf. Curtius, § 189)), from Homer down, a band (of dancers and singers), a circular dance, a dance, dancing: Luke 15:25 (for מְחולָה, Exodus 15:20; Judges 11:34, etc.; for מָחול, Lamentations 5:15; Psalm 150:4). Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb χορεύω (choreuō), meaning "to dance."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H4246 מָחוֹל (machol): Refers to a dance or dancing, often used in the context of celebration or worship. Usage: The term χορός is used in the context of dancing or a group of dancers, often associated with celebration or festivity. Context: The Greek word χορός (chorós) appears in the New Testament in contexts that reflect cultural practices of dance and celebration. In the ancient world, dance was a common expression of joy and communal participation, often seen in weddings, festivals, and religious ceremonies. The term is notably used in the parable of the Prodigal Son, where it describes the celebratory atmosphere upon the son's return: Forms and Transliterations χοροί χοροίς χορός χορούς χορρί χορώ χορων χορών χορῶν choron chorôn chorōn chorō̂nLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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