Overview of G137: Αἰνών

Brief Overview:

• Meaning: The Greek word “Αἰνών” (Ainōn) is a proper noun that denotes a specific place.
• Contextual Usage: It appears in the New Testament as a geographical location.

1. Detailed Section: Strong’s Concordance:

• Definition: “Αἰνών” is a place name mentioned in John 3:23.
• Usage: Refers to a locality where John the Baptist was baptizing. Thayer’s Greek Lexicon:
• Definition: Identifies “Αἰνών” as a geographical name.
• Context: Cites its mention in John 3:23. Vine’s Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words:
• Definition: Lists “Αἰνών” as a place.
• Reference: Noted in John 3:23. BDAG Greek-English Lexicon:
• Definition: Provides “Αἰνών” as a location.
• Example: Found in John 3:23. Liddell-Scott-Jones (LSJ) Greek-English Lexicon:
• Definition: Lists “Αἰνών” as a proper name for a place.
• Context: Appears in the New Testament. New Testament Usage:
• Examples: John 3:23 mentions “Αἰνών” as a location associated with John the Baptist’s activities.