G4262
προβατικός
relating to sheep, i.e. (a gate) through which they were led into Jerusalem
Transliteration
probatikósPronunciation
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relating to sheep, i.e. (a gate) through which they were led into Jerusalem
προβατικός(probatikós)
Strong’s Definition
relating to sheep, i.e. (a gate) through which they were led into Jerusalem
from G4263 (πρόβατον);
“Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches.”
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Strong's G4262: An adjective meaning "pertaining to sheep" or "of sheep," deriving from πρόβατον (sheep). In New Testament usage, it appears once in John 5:2 describing the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a location significant both practically for temple sacrifices and symbolically in biblical narrative.
U- Unveiling the Word
προβατικός connects directly to sheep-related activities in Jerusalem's temple worship. Its only New Testament appearance in John 5:2 refers to the Sheep Gate, through which sacrificial animals entered the city. The early church saw rich symbolism in this location where Jesus performed healing, connecting it to Christ as both sacrificial lamb and healing shepherd. Today, this word helps us understand both historical temple practices and their fulfillment in Christ.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
Not a compound word, but uses adjectival suffix to indicate relationship to sheep.
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As an adjective:
S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its architectural context in Jerusalem. Thayer's connects it to temple worship. LSJ documents its use in agricultural contexts. Vine's notes its singular New Testament appearance. Moulton and Milligan cite its use in commercial documents.
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T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
"Now there is in Jerusalem by the [προβατικός] Sheep Gate a pool, in Aramaic called Bethesda, which has five roofed colonnades." John 5:2
Additional References:
This is the only occurrence of προβατικός in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
προβατικός points to both temple worship and Christ's healing ministry. It proclaims the good news by showing how King Jesus transforms places of sacrifice into sites of healing and restoration. This word reminds us that Christ fulfills both sacrificial system and shepherd's care, bringing wholeness where there was brokenness.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4262: An adjective meaning "pertaining to sheep" or "of sheep," deriving from πρόβατον (sheep). In New Testament usage, it appears once in John 5:2 describing the Sheep Gate in Jerusalem, a location significant both practically for temple sacrifices and symbolically in biblical narrative.
Part of speech: Adjective
Tags: sheep, Jerusalem, temple worship, sacrifice, healing, gates, architecture, biblical locations, John's Gospel, temple service, biblical keywords