Strong's Lexicon kléma: Branch Original Word: κλῆμα Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb κλάω (klao), meaning "to break" or "to break off." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "kléma," the concept of a branch is found in the Hebrew word "זֶמֶר" (zemer), which can refer to a branch or a song, and "סוּר" (sur), meaning to turn aside or depart, which can metaphorically relate to branches being cut off. Usage: In the New Testament, "kléma" refers to a branch, specifically a vine branch. It is used metaphorically to describe the relationship between Jesus and His followers, emphasizing the necessity of remaining connected to Him for spiritual vitality and fruitfulness. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Mediterranean agriculture, vineyards were common, and the imagery of vines and branches was well understood. The vine was a symbol of Israel in the Old Testament, representing God's chosen people. In the New Testament, Jesus uses this imagery to illustrate the intimate and life-giving connection between Himself and His disciples. The care of vineyards, including pruning and grafting, was a familiar process to Jesus' audience, making the metaphor of the vine and branches a powerful teaching tool. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom klaó Definition a vine branch NASB Translation branch (3), branches (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2814: κλῆμακλῆμα, κληματος, τό (from κλάω, which see), equivalent to κλάδος, a tender and flexible branch; specifically, the shoot or branch of a vine, a vine-sprout: John 15:2-6 (so Aristophanes eccles. 1031; Aeschines in Ctesias ( Strong's Exhaustive Concordance branch. From klao; a limb or shoot (as if broken off) -- branch. see GREEK klao Forms and Transliterations κλημα κλήμα κλῆμα κληματα κλήματα κλήματά κληματίδας κληματίς κλημάτων klema klêma klēma klē̂ma klemata klēmata klḗmataLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance John 15:2 N-ANSGRK: πᾶν κλῆμα ἐν ἐμοὶ NAS: Every branch in Me that does not bear KJV: Every branch in me INT: Every branch in me John 15:4 N-NNS John 15:5 N-NNP John 15:6 N-NNS Strong's Greek 2814 |
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