G5301
ὕσσωπος
"hyssop"
Transliteration
hýssōposPronunciation
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"hyssop"
ὕσσωπος(hýssōpos)
Strong’s Definition
"hyssop"
of foreign origin (H231);
“Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop, and put it to his mouth.”
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Strong's G5301: From Hebrew ezov, hyssopos refers to the hyssop plant used in Jewish purification rituals. Its appearance at Messiah's crucifixion connects His sacrificial death to Old Testament cleansing ceremonies, particularly the Passover and ritual purification rites.
U- Unveiling the Word
The noun ὕσσωπος (hyssopos) carries profound theological significance as a symbol of purification and cleansing in both Old and New Testaments. This small, bushy plant was specifically chosen for ritual purification ceremonies due to its natural properties as an absorbent herb with cleansing qualities. Its appearance in John's Gospel at the crucifixion scene deliberately connects Jesus' death to the Passover lambs of Exodus, where hyssop was used to apply the blood to doorposts. Early church fathers saw deep significance in this connection, recognizing how Messiah's blood, like the Passover blood applied with hyssop, brings protection and purification. Today, this word continues to remind believers of the connection between Old Testament purification rituals and their fulfillment in Messiah's sacrifice.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
Borrowed from Hebrew אֵזוֹב (ezov) through Phoenician, possibly related to Egyptian:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
Not a compound word; this is a borrowed term.
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
See G2563
See G4699
See G1040
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As a noun:
Example forms:
Related words:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
The lexical study of ὕσσωπος reveals its rich ceremonial significance. BDAG emphasizes its role in Jewish purification rituals and its connection to Messiah's death. Thayer's traces its etymology from Hebrew through Phoenician. LSJ documents its botanical identification and medicinal uses in classical literature. Vine's highlights its symbolic significance in both Testaments. Moulton and Milligan cite papyri showing its use in ancient medicine. Strong's connects it to ceremonial cleansing, while LEH emphasizes its frequent appearance in Septuagint ritual texts. This evidence shows a term deeply embedded in both practical and symbolic purification.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
John 19:29 "Now there was set a vessel full of vinegar: and they filled a spunge with vinegar, and put it upon hyssop [ὕσσωπος], and put it to His mouth."
Additional References:
Hebrews 9:19
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
The word ὕσσωπος bridges Old Testament purification rituals with their fulfillment in Messiah's sacrifice. Its presence at the crucifixion proclaims the good news by showing how Jesus' death fulfills and supersedes all previous cleansing ceremonies. This humble plant reminds us that salvation comes through the application of Messiah's blood, just as the Israelites' deliverance came through blood applied with hyssop. It teaches that true cleansing comes not through ritual but through faith in His perfect sacrifice.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G5301: From Hebrew ezov, hyssopos refers to the hyssop plant used in Jewish purification rituals. Its appearance at Messiah's crucifixion connects His sacrificial death to Old Testament cleansing ceremonies, particularly the Passover and ritual purification rites.
Part of speech: Noun
Tags: purification, cleansing, ceremonial-ritual, passover, crucifixion, blood-of-christ, old-testament-connection, sacrifice, ritual-cleansing, typology, ceremonial-law, redemption