Strong's Lexicon architektón: Master builder, architect Original Word: ἀρχιτέκτων Word Origin: Derived from ἀρχι- (archi-, meaning "chief" or "principal") and τέκτων (tektōn, meaning "builder" or "craftsman"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "architektón," the concept of a builder or craftsman can be related to the Hebrew word בָּנָה (banah, Strong's H1129), which means "to build." Usage: The term "architektón" refers to a master builder or architect, someone who is responsible for the design and construction of a building. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe someone who lays the foundation of a spiritual structure, particularly in the context of the church. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Roman culture, an "architektón" was a highly skilled and respected professional responsible for the planning and execution of construction projects. This role required a deep understanding of mathematics, engineering, and aesthetics. The concept of an architect as a master planner and builder was well established in the ancient world, reflecting the importance of order and design in both physical and societal structures. HELPS Word-studies 753 arxitéktōn (from arxi, "first" and 5045 /téktōn, "a craftsman") – properly, a chief artesian; a master-craftsman. ["Architect" is derived from 753 (arxitéktōn), i.e. someone responsible from the beginning to the end for the success (beauty, solidarity) of a building.] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom archó and tektón Definition a master builder NASB Translation master builder (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 753: ἀρχιτέκτωνἀρχιτέκτων, ἀρχιτεκτονος, ὁ (τέκτων, which see), a master-builder, architect, the superintendent in the erection of buildings: 1 Corinthians 3:10. (Herodotus, Xenophon, Plato, and subsequent writings; Isaiah 3:3; Sir. 38:27; 2 Macc. 2:29.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance master builder. From arche and tekton; a chief constructor, i.e. "architect" -- masterbuilder. see GREEK arche see GREEK tekton Forms and Transliterations αρχιτέκτονα αρχιτεκτων αρχιτέκτων ἀρχιτέκτων architekton architektōn architékton architéktōnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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