Strong's Lexicon koimésis: Sleep, Rest, Death Original Word: κοίμησις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb κοιμάω (koimaō), meaning "to sleep" or "to put to sleep." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent conceptually is found in words like שָׁכַב (shakab), meaning "to lie down" or "to rest," often used in the Old Testament to describe death (e.g., Genesis 47:30). Usage: In the New Testament, "koimésis" is used metaphorically to describe the state of death, particularly the death of believers. It conveys the idea of death as a temporary state, akin to sleep, from which one will awaken. This term reflects the Christian hope in the resurrection, emphasizing that death is not the end but a transition to eternal life. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, sleep was often used as a metaphor for death, reflecting a common understanding of death as a form of rest. However, the Christian use of "koimésis" carries a distinct theological significance, rooted in the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the future resurrection of believers. This perspective offered comfort and hope to early Christians facing persecution and martyrdom, as it assured them of life beyond the grave. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom koimaó Definition a resting NASB Translation literal (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2838: κοίμησιςκοίμησις, κοιμησως, ἡ, a reposing, taking rest: John 11:13 (cf. Winer's Grammar, § 59, 8a.); of death, Sir. 46:19 Sir. 48:13; a lying, reclining, Plato, conv., p. 183 a. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance taking of rest. From koimao; sleeping, i.e. (by implication) repose -- taking of rest. see GREEK koimao Forms and Transliterations εκοιμάτο εκοίμισαν εκοίμισε εκοίμισεν κεκοιμισμένον κοιμησεως κοιμήσεως κοιμίσας koimeseos koimēseōs koimḗseos koimḗseōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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