Strong's Lexicon Sapphiré: Sapphire Original Word: σάπφειρος Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew word סַפִּיר (sappir) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: H5601 (סַפִּיר, sappir) Usage: In the New Testament, the term "sapphire" refers to a precious gemstone known for its deep blue color. It is used metaphorically to describe beauty, value, and divine glory. The sapphire is often associated with the heavenly realm and is used to convey the splendor and majesty of God's creation. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient times, sapphires were highly prized and considered one of the most valuable gemstones. They were often used in jewelry and as a symbol of wealth and status. In biblical times, sapphires were also associated with divine favor and were believed to have protective properties. The deep blue color of the sapphire was thought to represent the heavens, making it a fitting symbol for the divine. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Aramaic origin, cf. sappir Definition Sapphira, a Christian woman NASB Translation Sapphira (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4551: ΣαπφείρῃΣαπφείρῃ, dative Σαπφείρῃ (R G T WH), Σαπφειρα (L Tr; cf. (WHs Appendix, p. 156); Buttmann, 11; (Winer's Grammar, 62 (61))), ἡ (either Aram. ספירא, i. e. 'beautiful'; Peshitto )rYPS [ Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Sapphira. Feminine of sappheiros; Sapphire, an Israelitess -- Sapphira. see GREEK sappheiros Forms and Transliterations Σαπφειρη Σαπφείρῃ Σαπφίρῃ Sapphire Sapphirē Sapphírei SapphírēiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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