Strong's Lexicon belos: Arrow, Dart Original Word: βέλος Word Origin: Derived from the root word βάλλω (ballō), meaning "to throw" or "to cast." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with "belos" is חֵץ (chets), Strong's Hebrew #2671, which also means arrow or dart. Usage: In the New Testament, "belos" refers to an arrow or dart, often used metaphorically to describe something that is swift, piercing, or potentially harmful. It conveys the idea of a projectile that is launched with intent and precision. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek and Roman cultures, arrows were common weapons used in warfare and hunting. They symbolized speed, accuracy, and the ability to strike from a distance. The imagery of arrows is often used in literature and scripture to depict sudden and penetrating attacks, both physical and spiritual. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 956: βέλοςβέλος, βελεος, τό (βάλλω), a missile, a dart, javelins, arrow: Ephesians 6:16. (From Homer down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance dart, arrowFrom ballo; a missile, i.e. Spear or arrow -- dart. see GREEK ballo Forms and Transliterations βέλεσι βέλεσιν βελη βέλη βελονης βελόνης βέλος βελοστάσεις βελοστάσεων βέλους βελών bele belē béle bélē belones belonēs belónes belónēsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 18:25 N-GFSGRK: διὰ τρήματος βελόνης εἰσελθεῖν ἢ INT: through an eye of a needle to enter than Ephesians 6:16 N-ANP Strong's Greek 956 |
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