Pronunciation Guide: ETH-nos (the ‘th’ as in ‘think’) Basic Definition Strong’s G1484: The Greek word ἔθνος (ethnos) primarily refers to a group of people bound together by common ancestry, customs, and/or geographical location—a nation, people group, or tribe. In New…
Pronunciation Guide: heb-rah’-yos (with emphasis on the second syllable) Basic Definition Strong’s G1445: Ἑβραῖος (Hebraios) refers to a Hebrew or Jew, specifically denoting someone who adheres to Jewish customs, language, and heritage. In the New Testament context, it particularly distinguishes…
Pronunciation Guide: der-BAY-os Basic Definition Strong’s G1190: Δερβαῖος (Derbaios) refers to a person from the city of Derbe, a Lycaonian city in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). In the New Testament, this term appears only once as an ethnic designation identifying…
Pronunciation Guide: GEH-nos (g as in “go,” e as in “bet,” o as in “or,” s as in “see”) Basic Definition Strong’s G1085: Γένος (genos) fundamentally refers to a group connected by common origin, lineage, or distinctive characteristics. It encompasses…
Pronunciation Guide: gal-AH-tace Basic Definition Strong’s G1052: Γαλάτης (Galatēs) refers to a Galatian, an inhabitant of the Roman province of Galatia in Asia Minor (modern-day central Turkey). These people were predominantly of Celtic origin who migrated from Europe and settled…
Pronunciation Guide: ah-RAPS Basic Definition Strong’s G690: The Greek term Ἄραψ refers to an Arab or person of Arabian descent. This word specifically denotes inhabitants of the Arabian Peninsula and surrounding regions in the ancient world. In biblical context, it…
