Strong's Lexicon hubris: Insolence, arrogance, violent treatment, outrage Original Word: ὕβρις Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ὑβρίζω (hubrizō), meaning "to insult" or "to mistreat." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "hubris," similar concepts can be found in words like זָדוֹן (zadown - arrogance) and גָּאוֹן (ga'on - pride). Usage: In the New Testament, "hubris" refers to a form of arrogance or insolence that manifests in violent or abusive behavior. It denotes a sense of overbearing pride that leads to mistreatment of others, often in defiance of God’s laws and principles. This term is used to describe actions that are not only disrespectful but also harmful and unjust. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek culture, "hubris" was a significant concept often associated with excessive pride or self-confidence that led to retribution or downfall. It was considered a serious offense, especially when it involved disrespecting the gods or other people. In the context of the New Testament, "hubris" reflects a moral failing that stands in opposition to the humility and meekness taught by Jesus Christ. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 5196 hýbris (a feminine noun) – that type (brand) of damage or injury where the reproach adds "insult to injury." See 5195 (hybrizō). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origina prim. word Definition wantonness, insolence, an act of wanton violence NASB Translation damage (2), insults (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5196: ὕβριςὕβρις, ὑβρισεως, ἡ (from ὑπέρ ((see Curtius, p. 540); cf. Latinsuperbus, English 'uppishness')), from Homer down, the Sept. for גָּאון, גַּאֲוָה, זָדון, etc.; a. insolence; impudence, pride, haughtiness. b. a wrong springing from insolence, an injury, affront, insult (in Greek usage the mental injury and the wantonness of its infliction being prominent; cf. Cope on Aristotle, rhet. 1, 12, 26; 2, 2, 5; see ὑβριστής): properly, plural 2 Corinthians 12:10 (Hesychius ὕβρεις. τραύματα, ὀνείδη); tropically, injury inflicted by the violence of a tempest: Acts 27:10, 21 (τήν ἀπό τῶν ὀμβρων ὕβριν, Josephus, Antiquities 3, 6, 4; δείσασα θαλαττης ὕβριν, Anthol. 7, 291, 3; (cf. Pindar Pythagoras 1, 140)). From huper; insolence (as over-bearing), i.e. Insult, injury -- harm, hurt, reproach. see GREEK huper Englishman's Concordance Acts 27:10 N-GFSGRK: ὅτι μετὰ ὕβρεως καὶ πολλῆς NAS: will certainly be with damage and great KJV: will be with hurt and much INT: that with disaster and much Acts 27:21 N-AFS 2 Corinthians 12:10 N-DFP Strong's Greek 5196 |
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