◄ 876. aphros ►
Lexicon aphros: Foam Original Word: ἄφρος Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: aphros Pronunciation: af-ros' Phonetic Spelling: (af-ros') Definition: Foam Meaning: foam, froth. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance foaming. Apparently a primary word; froth, i.e. Slaver -- foaming. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin a prim. word. Definition foam NASB Translation foaming (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 876: ἀφρός ἀφρός, ἀφροῦ, ὁ, foam: Luke 9:39. (Homer, Iliad 20, 168; (others).) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root ἀφρός, meaning "foam." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for ἄφρος in the Strong's Hebrew Dictionary, as the concept of foam or froth is not directly paralleled in the Hebrew Scriptures. However, similar themes of transience and insubstantiality can be found in various Hebrew words that describe vanity or emptiness, such as הֶבֶל (hebel, Strong's Hebrew 1892), which conveys the idea of vapor or breath, symbolizing futility or fleetingness. Usage: The term ἄφρος is used in the New Testament to describe the frothy, insubstantial nature of certain things, often in a metaphorical sense to convey the idea of something that lacks substance or permanence. Context: The Greek word ἄφρος appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize the transient and unsubstantial nature of certain phenomena. In the Berean Standard Bible, this term is used to illustrate the fleeting and often deceptive nature of worldly pursuits or false teachings. The imagery of foam is particularly evocative, as foam is something that appears substantial but quickly dissipates, leaving no lasting impact. In the New Testament, ἄφρος is used to convey the idea that certain teachings or behaviors, though they may seem appealing or significant at first glance, ultimately lack true substance and value. This metaphor serves as a caution against being swayed by appearances or superficial allurements that do not align with the enduring truths of the faith. The use of ἄφρος in the biblical text underscores the importance of discernment and the need to anchor one's beliefs and actions in the solid foundation of scriptural truth, rather than being carried away by the ephemeral and often misleading currents of the world. Forms and Transliterations αφρου αφρού ἀφροῦ aphrou aphroû Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Luke 9:39 N-GMS GRK: αὐτὸν μετὰ ἀφροῦ καὶ μόγις NAS: and it throws him into a convulsion with foaming [at the mouth]; and only with difficulty KJV: him that he foameth again, INT: him with foaming and with difficulty Strong's Greek 876 1 Occurrence ἀφροῦ — 1 Occ.