Strong's Lexicon paralios: By the sea, coastal Original Word: παραλίος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek words "para" (beside) and "halios" (of the sea). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "paralios," the concept of coastal regions is present in the Hebrew Bible, often described using terms related to the sea (e.g., "yam" for sea). Usage: The term "paralios" is used to describe something that is situated by the sea or along the coast. In the context of the New Testament, it often refers to regions or areas that are located near the sea, emphasizing their geographical and strategic importance. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient world, coastal regions were significant for trade, travel, and communication. The Mediterranean Sea was a major route for commerce and cultural exchange, making coastal cities vital hubs of activity. The term "paralios" would have evoked images of bustling ports and diverse populations, reflecting the interconnectedness of the ancient world. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom para and the same as halieus Definition by the sea, the sea coast NASB Translation coastal region (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3882: παράλιοςπαράλιος, παράλιον, also of three term. (cf. Winer's Grammar, § 11, 1) (παρά and ἅλς), by the sea, maritime: ἡ παράλιος, namely, χώρα, the sea-coast, Luke 6:17 (Polybius 3, 39, 3; Diodorus 3, 15, 41; Josephus, contra Apion 1, 12; the Sept. Deuteronomy 33:19; and the feminine form ἡ παραλία in Deuteronomy 1:7; Joshua 9:1; Judith 1:7 Judith 3:6 Judith 5:2, 23 Judith 7:8; 1 Macc. 11:8 1 Macc. 15:38; Herodotus 7, 185; often in Polybius; Josephus, Antiquities 12, 7, 1). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance sea coast. From para and hals; beside the salt (sea), i.e. Maritime -- sea coast. see GREEK para see GREEK hals Forms and Transliterations παραλία παραλίαν παραλίας παράλιον παράλιος παραλιου παραλίου παραλίους paraliou paralíouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |