Strong's Lexicon onos: Donkey Original Word: ὄνος Word Origin: A primary word Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H2543 (חֲמוֹר, chamor): Refers to a donkey or ass in the Hebrew Bible, used similarly to describe the animal's role in transportation and labor. Usage: The Greek word "ὄνος" (onos) refers to a donkey, an animal commonly used for transportation and labor in biblical times. In the New Testament, the term is used to describe the animal on which Jesus rode into Jerusalem, fulfilling the prophecy of the Messiah's humble arrival. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Near Eastern cultures, donkeys were essential for daily life, serving as beasts of burden for carrying goods and people. They were valued for their strength, endurance, and ability to navigate difficult terrain. In the biblical context, donkeys symbolize humility and service, contrasting with horses, which were often associated with war and power. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition a donkey NASB Translation donkey (4), donkey's (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3688: ὄνοςὄνος, ὄνου, ὁ, ἡ (from Homer down), the Sept. for חֲמור and אָתון, an ass: Luke 14:5 Rec.; Matthew 21:5; John 12:15; — ὁ, Luke 13:15; ἡ, Matthew 21:2, 7. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance donkeyApparently a primary word; a donkey -- an ass. Forms and Transliterations όνοι όνοις ονον όνον ὄνον όνος ονου όνου ὄνου όνους όνω όνων το onon ónon onou ónouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 21:2 N-AFSGRK: εὐθέως εὑρήσετε ὄνον δεδεμένην καὶ NAS: you will find a donkey tied KJV: ye shall find an ass tied, INT: immediately you will find a donkey tied and Matthew 21:5 N-AFS Matthew 21:7 N-AFS Luke 13:15 N-AMS John 12:15 N-GFS |