Strong's Lexicon genete: Birth, Origin Original Word: γενέτη Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning "to become" or "to be born." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often relates to the concept of birth or creation, such as יָלַד (yalad - Strong's H3205), meaning "to bear, bring forth, beget." Usage: The term "genete" refers to the concept of birth or origin, often used to describe the beginning or source of something. In the New Testament, it can be used metaphorically to describe spiritual rebirth or the origin of a new creation in Christ. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of birth and origin was significant, often tied to one's identity, status, and destiny. The idea of being "born again" or having a new origin was revolutionary in the early Christian context, emphasizing a transformation that transcends physical lineage or social status. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1079: γενετήγενετή, γενετῆς, ἡ (ΓΑΝΩ, γίνομαι) (cf. German dieGewordenheit), birth; hence, very often ἐκ γενετῆς from birth on (Homer, Iliad 24, 535; Aristotle, eth. Nic. 6, 13, 1, p. 1144b, 6 etc.; Polybius 3, 20, 4; Diodorus 5, 32, others; the Sept. Leviticus 25:47): John 9:1. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance birth. Feminine of a presumed derivative of the base of genea; birth -- birth. see GREEK genea Forms and Transliterations γενετης γενετής γενετῆς genetes genetês genetēs genetē̂sLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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