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κυλλός – Pronunciation Guide: koo-LOSS
Strong’s G2948: Crippled or maimed, specifically referring to a physical deformity or malformation of a limb. The term particularly describes someone with a disabled or missing hand, though it can apply to other body parts as well.
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Morphological forms:
The term κυλλός has deep roots in classical Greek literature, appearing in medical texts by Hippocrates when describing physical deformities and congenital conditions. In these contexts, it often referred specifically to curved or bent limbs resulting from birth defects or injury.
The word maintained remarkable consistency in meaning from classical Greek through the Koine period, though its usage in the New Testament takes on additional theological significance through its connection to divine healing and restoration.
In the New Testament, κυλλός appears predominantly in healing narratives, particularly in Matthew 15:30 and Matthew 18:8. Its usage often pairs with other terms describing physical ailments, emphasizing the comprehensive nature of the Messiah’s healing ministry.
Key passages include:
In first-century Jewish society, physical deformities often carried significant social and religious implications. Those with such conditions were frequently marginalized, sometimes prevented from fully participating in temple worship due to strict purity laws. The healing of the κυλλοί thus represented not just physical restoration but social and religious reintegration into the community.
The healing of the κυλλοί demonstrates the Messiah’s power to restore what was broken from birth or by accident, pointing to His authority over creation itself. This physical healing serves as a powerful metaphor for spiritual restoration, showing how Yahweh can make whole what sin has damaged.
The term’s usage in the Gospel narratives particularly emphasizes the fulfillment of messianic prophecies from Isaiah 35:6, where the healing of the lame is presented as a sign of the coming Kingdom.
When we encounter this word in Scripture, we’re reminded that no condition is beyond His healing touch. Whether our brokenness is physical, emotional, or spiritual, the same power that restored the κυλλοί continues to work in believers’ lives today.
“Where human limitation ends, divine restoration begins – the κυλλοί remind us that in His hands, our weaknesses become displays of His power.”
Note: While this entry strives for accuracy, readers engaged in critical research should verify citations and keyword occurrences in their Bible translation of choice. For Biblical citations, the F.O.G Bible project recommends Logos Bible software.
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