Keyword Categories Patriarchs & Matriarchs

Brief Overview of Συμεών (Strong’s G4826: Simeon)

Strong’s G4826: A personal name of Hebrew origin meaning “hearing with acceptance.” Derived from the Hebrew שִׁמְעוֹן (Shimon), Συμεών represents a significant figure in biblical narrative, particularly known for his prophetic recognition of the infant Messiah in the Temple. U-…

Brief Overview of Σήμ (Strong’s G4590: Sēm)

Strong’s G4590: Greek form of the Hebrew name שֵׁם (Shem), meaning “name” or “renown.” Noah’s firstborn son and ancestor of the Semitic peoples, through whom the Messianic line continued. His inclusion in Luke’s genealogy emphasizes Jesus’ connection to God’s covenant…

Brief Overview of Σεμεΐν (Strong’s G4584: Semein)

Strong’s G4584: A proper name appearing in Luke’s genealogy of Jesus, representing the Greek form of a Hebrew name. Its inclusion in Christ’s lineage demonstrates the careful preservation of family records and the fulfillment of Messianic prophecy through specific ancestral…

Brief Overview of Σερούχ (Strong’s G4562: Serouch)

Strong’s G4562: Greek form of the Hebrew name שְׂרוּג (Serug), meaning “branch” or “tendril.” Appears in Luke’s genealogy of Jesus as an ancestor in the Messianic line, demonstrating Christ’s connection to the patriarchal lineage and God’s faithfulness to His covenant…

Brief Overview of Σαλμών (Strong’s G4533: Salmōn)

Strong’s G4533: From Hebrew שַׂלְמָה (Salmah), meaning “clothed” or “garment.” A significant figure in Jesus’s genealogy, father of Boaz, representing the link between Israel’s wilderness period and settlement in the Promised Land, highlighting God’s faithful preservation of the messianic line.…