Strong's Lexicon biaios: Violent, forceful Original Word: βίαιος Word Origin: Derived from βία (bia), meaning "force" or "violence." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "biaios," similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words like חָמָס (chamas), meaning "violence" or "wrong," and עָז (az), meaning "strong" or "fierce." Usage: The Greek adjective "biaios" is used to describe actions or situations characterized by force or violence. It conveys the idea of something being done with intensity or compulsion, often against one's will or in a manner that is overpowering. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of "biaios" would have been understood in the context of both physical violence and metaphorical force. The ancient societies were familiar with the use of force in military, political, and social arenas. The term could also be applied to natural phenomena or personal experiences that were overwhelming or intense. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom bia Definition violent NASB Translation violent (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 972: βίαιοςβίαιος, βιαια, βίαιον (βία), violent, forcible: Acts 2:2 (A. V. mighty). (In Greek writings from Homer down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance mighty. From bia; violent -- mighty. see GREEK bia Forms and Transliterations βιαιας βιαίας βίαιον βιαίος βιαίω βιαίων βιαίως biaias biaíasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |