Strong's Lexicon epaulis: Dwelling, habitation, homestead Original Word: ἐπαύλις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb "epauleō," meaning "to dwell" or "to settle." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with "epaulis" is מִשְׁכָּן (mishkan), which also means dwelling or habitation, particularly in the context of the tabernacle or a place where God's presence resides. Usage: The term "epaulis" refers to a place of dwelling or habitation, often implying a rural or pastoral setting. It is used to describe a homestead or a place where one resides, typically in a more permanent or settled manner. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, the concept of a dwelling or homestead was central to family life and societal structure. The "epaulis" would often be a place where extended families lived together, working the land and maintaining their livelihoods. This term reflects the agrarian lifestyle that was common in the ancient world, where land ownership and family homesteads were vital for survival and prosperity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epi and aulé Definition a habitation NASB Translation homestead (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1886: ἔπαυλιςἔπαυλις, ἐπαυλισεως, ἡ (ἐπί and αὖλις tent, place to pass the night in; hence, a country-house, cottage, cabin, fold), a farm; a dwelling (A. V. habitation): Acts 1:20 from Psalm 68:26 Strong's Exhaustive Concordance habitation, dwelling, residenceFrom epi and an equivalent of aule; a hut over the head, i.e. A dwelling -- habitation. see GREEK epi see GREEK aule Forms and Transliterations επαύλεις έπαυλεις επαύλεσι επαύλεσιν επαύλεων επαύλεως έπαυλιν επαυλις έπαυλις ἔπαυλις epaulis épaulisLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |