704. arén
Lexicon
arén: Lamb

Original Word: ἀρήν
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: arén
Pronunciation: ah-RAYN
Phonetic Spelling: (ar-ane')
Definition: Lamb
Meaning: a lamb, sheep.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
lamb.

Perhaps the same as arrhen; a lamb (as a male) -- lamb.

see GREEK arrhen

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
a lamb
NASB Translation
lambs (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 704: ἀρήν

ἀρήν, , nominative not in use; the other cases are by syncope ἀρνός (for ἀρενος), ἀρνί, ἄρνα, plural ἄρνες, ἀρνῶν, ἄρνασι, ἄρνας, a sheep, a lamb: Luke 10:3. (Genesis 30:32; Exodus 23:19, etc.; in Greek writings from Homer down.)

STRONGS NT 704: ἄρναςἄρνας, see ἀρήν.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: The word ἀρήν is of uncertain origin, but it is a Greek term used in the New Testament.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Greek word ἀρήν corresponds to several Hebrew terms used in the Old Testament to denote a lamb, including:

- Strong's Hebrew 7716 (שֶׂה, seh): Refers to a lamb or young sheep, often used in the context of sacrificial offerings.
- Strong's Hebrew 3532 (כֶּבֶשׂ, keves): Another term for a lamb, frequently used in sacrificial contexts.
- Strong's Hebrew 3775 (כֶּשֶׂב, keseb): A term for a young ram or lamb, also used in sacrificial settings.

These Hebrew terms highlight the continuity of the sacrificial lamb motif from the Old Testament to the New Testament, culminating in the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ as the Lamb of God.

Usage: The word ἀρήν appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the qualities of a lamb, often in relation to Jesus Christ as the sacrificial Lamb of God. It is used to convey themes of sacrifice, redemption, and purity.

Context: The Greek term ἀρήν is used in the New Testament to denote a lamb, a symbol rich with theological significance. In the cultural and religious context of the Bible, lambs were commonly associated with sacrifice, particularly in Jewish sacrificial practices. The Passover lamb, for instance, was a central element of Jewish tradition, symbolizing deliverance and atonement.

In the New Testament, ἀρήν is used to describe Jesus Christ, highlighting His role as the sacrificial Lamb who takes away the sins of the world. This imagery is vividly portrayed in the Book of Revelation, where Jesus is depicted as the Lamb who is worthy to open the scroll (Revelation 5:6-9, BSB). The use of ἀρήν underscores the innocence and purity of Christ, as well as His willing sacrifice for humanity's redemption.

The metaphor of the lamb is also employed to illustrate the followers of Christ, who are called to emulate His purity and sacrificial love. The imagery of the lamb serves as a powerful reminder of the call to live a life of holiness and dedication to God.

Forms and Transliterations
άρθρα αριήλ άρνα αρνας άρνας ἄρνας αρνάσι άρνες αρνού αρνών arnas árnas
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Englishman's Concordance
Luke 10:3 N-AMP
GRK: ὑμᾶς ὡς ἄρνας ἐν μέσῳ
NAS: I send you out as lambs in the midst
KJV: forth as lambs among wolves.
INT: you as lambs in [the] midst

Strong's Greek 704
1 Occurrence


ἄρνας — 1 Occ.















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