Strong's Lexicon Chios: Chios Original Word: Χίος Word Origin: Derived from the name of the island itself, Χίος (Chios) Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Chios, as it is a specific Greek geographical term. Usage: Chios is a geographical term referring to an island in the Aegean Sea. It is mentioned in the New Testament as part of the Apostle Paul's missionary journeys. Cultural and Historical Background: Chios is one of the Greek islands located in the Aegean Sea, near the coast of Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). In ancient times, Chios was known for its production of wine and mastic, a resin obtained from the mastic tree. The island had a rich cultural history and was known for its schools of philosophy and art. During the Roman period, Chios was a free city and part of the Roman province of Asia. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition Chios, an island in the Aegean Sea NASB Translation Chios (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5508: ΧίοςΧίος, Χίου, ἡ, Chios, an island in the Aegean Sea, between Samos and Lesbos, not far from the shore of Lydia: Acts 20:15. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Chios. Of uncertain derivation; Chios, an island in the Mediterranean -- Chios. Forms and Transliterations Χιου Χίου Chiou ChíouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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