New testament greek lexicon
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A New Testament Greek lexicon is a reference work that provides definitions, explanations, and examples of the Greek words used in the New Testament. Here are some of the most popular and widely used New Testament Greek lexicons:
- Thayer's Greek Lexicon: Written by Joseph Henry Thayer in 1886, this lexicon is considered a classic in the field. It provides detailed definitions, etymologies, and examples of New Testament Greek words.
- Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible: While not exclusively a lexicon, Strong's Concordance includes a comprehensive Greek lexicon with definitions, pronunciation guides, and references to the original Greek texts.
- Bauer's Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature: Written by Walter Bauer in 1952, this lexicon is considered one of the most authoritative and comprehensive resources for New Testament Greek. It covers not only the New Testament but also early Christian literature.
- Arndt and Gingrich's Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament: Written by Frederick William Danker in 1979, this lexicon is a revised and expanded version of Bauer's work. It provides detailed definitions, examples, and references to the original Greek texts.
- Louw-Nida Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament: Written by Johannes Louw and Eugene A. Nida in 1988, this lexicon is designed for translators and provides detailed definitions, examples, and cultural notes to help understand the nuances of New Testament Greek.
- The Greek New Testament (UBS4): While not exclusively a lexicon, the United Bible Societies' Greek New Testament (UBS4) includes a comprehensive Greek lexicon with definitions, pronunciation guides, and references to the original Greek texts.
- The Lexham Greek-English Interlinear New Testament: Written by John Kohlenberger and James A. Swanson in 2003, this interlinear lexicon provides a word-for-word translation of the New Testament Greek text, along with definitions and references to the original Greek texts.
These are just a few examples of the many New Testament Greek lexicons available. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and some may be more suitable for your needs than others.