Strong's Lexicon antophthalmeó: To face, to confront, to oppose Original Word: ἀντοφθαλμέω Word Origin: Derived from ἀντί (anti, "against") and ὀφθαλμός (ophthalmos, "eye") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent conceptually might be found in words like עָמַד (amad, "to stand") or נָצַב (natsab, "to set, to stand firm"), which convey the idea of standing firm or confronting. Usage: The verb ἀντοφθαλμέω is used to describe the act of facing or confronting someone or something directly. It implies a sense of standing against or opposing, often in a context of conflict or challenge. This term is not frequently used in the New Testament but carries a strong connotation of direct opposition or confrontation. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, direct confrontation was often seen as a bold and courageous act. The concept of facing someone "eye to eye" was associated with honesty, bravery, and the willingness to stand one's ground. In a biblical context, this term would resonate with the idea of standing firm in one's faith and convictions, even in the face of opposition. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom anti and ophthalmos Definition to look in the face, look straight at NASB Translation face (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 503: ἀντοφθαλμέωἀντοφθαλμέω, ἀντοφθάλμω; (ἀντοφθαλμος looking in the eye) 1. properly, to look against or straight at. 2. metaphorically, to bear up against, withstand: τῷ ἀνέμῳ, of a ship, (cf. our 'look the wind in the eye,' 'face' (R. V.) the wind): Acts 27:15. (Wis. 12:14; often in Polybius; in ecclesiastical writings.) From a compound of anti and ophthalmos; to face -- bear up into. see GREEK anti see GREEK ophthalmos |
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