Strong's Lexicon morphósis: Form, appearance Original Word: μόρφωσις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb μορφόω (morphóō), meaning "to form" or "to shape." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "morphósis," the concept can be related to terms like תֹּאַר (to'ar, Strong's H8389) meaning "form" or "appearance," and צֶלֶם (tselem, Strong's H6754) meaning "image" or "likeness." Usage: The term "morphósis" refers to the outward form or appearance of something. In the New Testament, it is used to describe an external semblance or a superficial form that may lack the substance or reality it purports to represent. It often carries a connotation of having the appearance of something without its true essence or power. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of "form" was significant in philosophical discussions, particularly in Platonic thought, where the distinction between the ideal form and its physical manifestation was emphasized. In a Jewish context, the emphasis on external adherence to the law versus internal transformation was a recurring theme, especially in the teachings of Jesus and the apostles. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom morphoó Definition a forming, a form NASB Translation embodiment (1), form (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3446: μόρφωσιςμόρφωσις, μορφωσεως, ἡ (μορφόω); 1. a forming, shaping: τῶν δένδρων, Theophrastus, c. pl. 3, 7, 4. 2. form; i. e. a. the mere form, semblance: εὐσεβείας, 2 Timothy 3:5. b. the form befitting the thing or truly expressing the fact, the very form: τῆς γνώσεως καί τῆς ἀληθείας, Romans 2:20. From morphoo; formation, i.e. (by implication), appearance (semblance or (concretely) formula) -- form. see GREEK morphoo Englishman's Concordance Romans 2:20 N-AFSGRK: ἔχοντα τὴν μόρφωσιν τῆς γνώσεως NAS: in the Law the embodiment of knowledge KJV: which hast the form of knowledge INT: having the form of knowledge 2 Timothy 3:5 N-AFS |
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