685. ara
Strong's Lexicon
ara: then, therefore, so, consequently

Original Word: ἄρα
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: ara
Pronunciation: AH-rah
Phonetic Spelling: (ar-ah')
Definition: then, therefore, so, consequently
Meaning: a prayer; more commonly: a prayer for evil, a curse, imprecation.

Word Origin: A primary particle denoting an inference or conclusion.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the Greek particle "ἄρα," similar inferential particles in Hebrew include "לָכֵן" (lakhen) meaning "therefore" or "thus."

Usage: The Greek particle "ἄρα" is used to draw a conclusion or inference from a preceding statement or context. It often serves to connect thoughts logically, indicating a result or consequence. In the New Testament, it is used to emphasize the logical outcome of a discussion or argument.

Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek literature, particles like "ἄρα" were essential for constructing logical arguments and narratives. They helped speakers and writers to guide their audience through complex reasoning. In the context of the New Testament, "ἄρα" is used by authors to clarify theological points and to lead readers to a deeper understanding of spiritual truths.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
a prayer, curse
NASB Translation
cursing (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 685: ἄρα (3)

ἄρα (3), ἄρας, ,

1. a prayer; a supplication; much more often

2. an imprecation, curse, malediction (cf. κατάρα); so in Romans 3:14 (cf. Psalm 9:28 ()), and often in the Sept. (In both senses in native Greek writings from Homer down.)

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
curse.

Probably from airo; properly, prayer (as lifted to Heaven), i.e. (by implication) imprecation -- curse.

see GREEK airo

Forms and Transliterations
αρά άρα αραί αραίς αράν αρας αράς ἀρᾶς aras arâs
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Englishman's Concordance
Romans 3:14 N-GFS
GRK: τὸ στόμα ἀρᾶς καὶ πικρίας
NAS: IS FULL OF CURSING AND BITTERNESS;
KJV: [is] full of cursing and
INT: the mouth of cursing and of bitterness

Strong's Greek 685
1 Occurrence


ἀρᾶς — 1 Occ.















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