Strong's Lexicon amethustos: Amethyst Original Word: ἀμέθυστος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek prefix "α-" (a-, meaning "not") and "μεθύω" (methyō, meaning "to be drunk"), indicating a state of sobriety or clarity. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "amethustos," the Hebrew Bible mentions a similar stone, "אַחְלָמָה" (achlamah), which is often translated as "amethyst" in English versions, such as in Exodus 28:19 and 39:12, where it is listed as one of the stones in the high priest's breastplate. Usage: The term "amethustos" refers to a precious stone, specifically the amethyst, which is a purple variety of quartz. In ancient times, it was believed to have the power to prevent intoxication, hence its name meaning "not drunk." Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient world, amethysts were highly valued for their beauty and supposed protective properties. The Greeks and Romans wore amethyst jewelry and used amethyst in drinking vessels, believing it could prevent drunkenness. The stone was also associated with royalty and was often used in crowns and religious artifacts. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and methuó Definition amethyst NASB Translation amethyst (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 271: ἀμέθυστοςἀμέθυστος, , ἡ, amethyst, a precious stone of a violet and purple color (Exodus 28:19; according to Phavorinus so called διά τό ἀπείργειν τῆς μέθης (so Plutarch, quaest. conviv. iii. 1, 3, 6)): Revelation 21:20. (Cf. B. D. under the word.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance amethyst. From a (as a negative particle) and a derivative of methuo; the "amethyst" (supposed to prevent intoxication) -- amethyst. see GREEK a see GREEK methuo Forms and Transliterations αμέθυστον αμεθυστος αμέθυστος ἀμέθυστος άμελγε ήμελξας amethustos amethystos améthystosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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