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G4542 (Σαμαρεῖτις)

Summary

Quick facts

Strong’s Number: G4542
Original Word: Σαμαρεῖτις
Transliteration: Samareîtis
Pronunciation: sam-ar-i'-tis
Part of Speech: Name/g.
Category: Bible Names > Nations & People Groups
Root / Etymology: feminine of G4541 (Σαμαρείτης);
Frequency: 2×
Gematria: 867

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Definition

Strong 1890 a Samaritess, i.e. woman of Samaria

of Samaria

feminine of G4541 (Σαμαρείτης);

Commentary

Contributors:

Strong's G4542: The feminine form of Σαμαρίτης, denoting a Samaritan woman. In its sole New Testament appearance in John 4:9, it carries profound theological significance in Jesus's encounter with the woman at the well, demonstrating His ministry to those marginalized by gender, ethnicity, and social status.

U- Unveiling the Word

The term Σαμαρῖτις appears in John 4:9 within the pivotal narrative of Jesus's encounter at Jacob's well. As the feminine form, it specifically identifies a woman who faced multiple layers of marginalization - as a Samaritan, as a woman, and as someone of questionable social standing. Early church fathers saw in this term a powerful example of Christ's boundary-breaking ministry. Today, Σαμαρῖτις reminds us that the gospel reaches across gender, ethnic, and social barriers.

N - Necessary Information

Greek Word: Σαμαρῖτις, Samaritis, /sam-ar-ee'-tis/
Pronunciation Guide: "sam" (like 'sam'), "ar" (like 'are'), "ee" (like 'ee'), "tis" (like 'tease')
Part of Speech: Noun

Etymology:

From Σαμαρίτης (Samaritan)
Root: Σαμάρεια (Samaria)
Suffix: -ιτις (-itis) feminine form
Combined meaning: female Samaritan

D - Defining Meanings

Samaritan woman
Female inhabitant of Samaria
Woman of Samaritan ethnicity
Female adherent of Samaritan faith

For compound words:
Not a compound word but uses feminine suffix -ιτις

Translation Options:

"Samaritan woman" - traditional translation
"female Samaritan" - gender-specific translation
"woman of Samaria" - descriptive translation

E - Exploring Similar Words

Φοίνισσα (Phoinissa) /foy'-nis-sah/ - Phoenician woman See G5403 - similar feminine ethnonym
Ἑλληνίς (Hellēnis) /hel-lay-nis'/ - Greek woman See G1674 - parallel formation
Συροφοινίκισσα (Syrophoinikissa) /soo-rof-oy-nik'-is-sah/ - Syrophoenician woman See G4949 - similar designation

R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology

Morphological features as a noun:

Case: Nominative, Genitive, Dative, Accusative
Number: Singular, Plural
Gender: Feminine
Declension: Third declension

Example forms:

Nominative singular: Σαμαρῖτις
Genitive singular: Σαμαρίτιδος
Dative singular: Σαμαρίτιδι
Accusative singular: Σαμαρῖτιν

Cross-references:

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Masculine form: Σαμαρίτης (Samaritan)
Related adjective: Σαμαρειτικός (Samaritan)

S - Studying Lexicon Insights

BDAG emphasizes its unique usage in John's Gospel. Thayer's highlights its feminine specificity. LSJ provides cultural context. Vine's notes its theological significance. Strong's connects it to the masculine form. LEH documents similar formations. Moulton and Milligan show its social implications.

T - Tracing the Scriptures

First appearance:

Therefore the Samaritan woman said to Him, "How is it that You, being a Jew, ask me for a drink since I am a Samaritan woman?" (For Jews have no dealings with Samaritans.) (John 4:9)

Additional References:
This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.

A - Analyzing Classical Usage

Author: Work	Text
Josephus: Antiquities	"A Samaritan woman kept their traditions"
Plutarch: Moralia	"The Samaritan woman maintained separate customs"
Herodotus: Histories	"Among them was a Samaritan woman of noble birth"

N - Noteworthy Summary

The word Σαμαρῖτις powerfully illustrates King Jesus's ministry to those marginalized by society. Through His interaction with the Samaritan woman, He demonstrates that His kingdom transcends gender, ethnic, and social barriers. This proclaims the good news that all people, regardless of background or status, can find acceptance and transformation in Christ.

D - Did You Know?

This is the only feminine form of "Samaritan" in the New Testament.
The encounter at the well broke at least three social taboos: gender, ethnicity, and public interaction.
Early church art often depicted this scene as symbolic of universal salvation.

Part of speech: Noun

Tags: Samaritan woman, gender, ethnicity, John's Gospel, Jesus's ministry, social barriers, women in Bible, marginalization, inclusion, transformation

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