Strong's Lexicon phusikós: natural Original Word: φυσικός Word Origin: Derived from φύσις (phusis), meaning "nature." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "phusikós," the concept of "natural" can be related to terms like טֶבַע (teba'), meaning "nature" or "natural order," which is used in post-biblical Hebrew. Usage: The term "phusikós" is used to describe something that pertains to nature or is in accordance with the natural order. In the New Testament, it often contrasts with what is spiritual or supernatural, highlighting the distinction between the earthly and the divine. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of "nature" (phusis) was significant in philosophical discussions, particularly among Stoics and Epicureans, who debated the nature of the universe and humanity's place within it. The term "phusikós" would have been understood in this context as relating to the inherent qualities or characteristics of the natural world, as opposed to the spiritual or divine realm. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 5447 physikṓs (an adverb) – properly, naturally, i.e. acting by mere instinct (used only in Jude 1:10). See 5449 (physis). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from phusikos Definition naturally, by nature NASB Translation instinct (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5447: φυσικῶςφυσικῶς, adverb, in a natural manner, by nature, under the guidance of nature: by the aid of the bodily senses, Jude 1:10. ((Aristotle, Philo, others.)) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance naturally. Adverb from phusikos; "physically", i.e. (by implication) instinctively -- naturally. see GREEK phusikos Forms and Transliterations φυσικως φυσικώς φυσικῶς phusikos phusikōs physikos physikôs physikōs physikō̂sLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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