Strong's Lexicon nossia: Brood, Nestling Original Word: νοσσιά Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word νοσσός (nossos), meaning "young bird" or "chick." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with similar imagery is found in Strong's Hebrew Dictionary under entries like 3671 (כָּנָף, kanaph), which means "wing" and is used in contexts of protection and shelter, as seen in Ruth 2:12 and Psalm 91:4. Usage: The term "nossia" refers to a brood or a group of young birds, particularly nestlings. It is used metaphorically in the Bible to describe protection, care, and nurturing, often in the context of God's care for His people. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, the imagery of a bird caring for its young was a powerful symbol of protection and provision. Birds were commonly observed in their natural habitats, and their nurturing behavior was well-known. This imagery would have resonated deeply with an agrarian society that was closely connected to nature. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom nossos Definition a brood of young birds NASB Translation brood (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3555: νοσσίανοσσία, νοσσιᾶς, ἡ (for νεοσσιά, the earlier and more common form (cf. WH's Appendix, p. 145), from νεοσσός, which see), the Sept. for קֵן; 1. a nest of birds. 2. a brood of birds: Luke 13:34 (but L text νοσσία, see the following word). (Deuteronomy 32:11 (Genesis 6:14; Numbers 24:22; Proverbs 16:16, etc.).) From neossos; a brood (of chickens) -- brood. see GREEK neossos |
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