5606. ómos

Lexicon

ómos: Shoulder

Original Word: ὦμος
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: ómos
Pronunciation: o'-mos
Phonetic Spelling: (o'-mos)
Definition: Shoulder
Meaning: the shoulder.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

shoulder.

Perhaps from the alternate of phero; the shoulder (as that on which burdens are borne) -- shoulder.

see GREEK phero

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
the shoulder
NASB Translation
shoulders (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 5606: ὦμος

ὦμος, ὤμου, ὁ (ὈΙΩ equivalent to φέρω ((?); allied with Latinumerus, cf. Vanicek, p. 38; Curtius, § 487)), from Homer down, the shoulder: Matthew 23:4; Luke 15:5.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the primary Greek root.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Hebrew 7926: שֶׁכֶם (shekem) • This Hebrew term also means "shoulder" and is used in similar contexts in the Old Testament, often relating to carrying loads or symbolizing strength and responsibility.
• Strong's Hebrew 3802: כָּתֵף (kateph) • Another Hebrew word for "shoulder," used in various contexts, including descriptions of the priestly garments and the carrying of the Ark of the Covenant.

These entries provide a comprehensive understanding of the term ὦμος, illustrating its significance in both physical and metaphorical contexts within the biblical text.

Usage: The word ὦμος appears in the New Testament to describe the physical shoulder, often in contexts involving carrying burdens or responsibilities. It is used to illustrate both physical and metaphorical loads.

Context: The Greek word ὦμος is used in the New Testament to denote the shoulder, a part of the body that is often associated with strength and the ability to bear burdens. In the cultural and historical context of the Bible, the shoulder was seen as a symbol of power and responsibility. This is evident in passages where the shoulder is mentioned in relation to carrying loads or bearing burdens.

In the Berean Standard Bible, ὦμος is used in Matthew 23:4, where Jesus criticizes the Pharisees and teachers of the law for placing heavy burdens on others' shoulders without lifting a finger to help. This usage highlights the metaphorical application of the term, emphasizing the moral and ethical responsibilities that leaders should bear.

The shoulder is also significant in biblical symbolism, representing the place where authority and governance rest. This is seen in prophetic literature, where the government is said to be upon the Messiah's shoulder, indicating His role as a ruler and leader.

The concept of the shoulder as a bearer of burdens is consistent with the broader biblical narrative, where followers of Christ are called to bear one another's burdens, as seen in Galatians 6:2. The physical act of carrying something on one's shoulder serves as a powerful metaphor for spiritual and communal support.

Forms and Transliterations

ώμοι ώμοις ωμόν ώμον ώμος ώμός ωμοτόκησε ώμου ωμους ώμους ὤμους ώμω ώμων omous ōmous ṓmous

Englishman's Concordance

Matthew 23:4 N-AMP
GRK: ἐπὶ τοὺς ὤμους τῶν ἀνθρώπων
NAS: them on men's shoulders, but they themselves
KJV: men's shoulders; but
INT: on the shoulders of men

Luke 15:5 N-AMP
GRK: ἐπὶ τοὺς ὤμους αὐτοῦ χαίρων
NAS: it, he lays it on his shoulders, rejoicing.
KJV: [it] on his shoulders, rejoicing.
INT: on the shoulders of him rejoicing

Strong's Greek 5606
2 Occurrences

ὤμους — 2 Occ.