2966. kólon
Lexicon
kólon: Limb, member, part

Original Word: κῶλον
Part of Speech: Noun, Neuter
Transliteration: kólon
Pronunciation: KO-lon
Phonetic Spelling: (ko'-lon)
Definition: Limb, member, part
Meaning: a limb, member of a body; fig: a corpse, carcass.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
a dead body, corpse

From the base of kolazo; a limb of the body (as if lopped) -- carcase.

see GREEK kolazo

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
a prim. word
Definition
a limb (of the body)
NASB Translation
bodies (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 2966: κῶλον

κῶλον, κωλου, τό; in Greek writings from Aeschylus down a member of the body, particularly the more external and prominent members, especially the feet; in the Sept. (Leviticus 26:30; Numbers 14:29, 32; 1 Samuel 17:46; Isaiah 66:24) for פֶּגֶר and פְּגָרִים, a dead body, carcase, inasmuch as the members of a corpse are loose and fall apart: so the plural in Hebrews 3:17 from Numbers 14:29, 32 (A. V. carcases).

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the primary root κολ- (kol-), which is related to the concept of a limb or a part of the body.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: Strong's Hebrew 3409: יָרֵךְ (yarek) • often translated as "thigh" or "side," referring to a part of the body.
Strong's Hebrew 3027: יָד (yad) • meaning "hand," which can also denote power or possession, similar to how "κῶλον" can represent a part of a larger whole.

In summary, "κῶλον" serves as a vivid illustration of the interconnectedness and interdependence of the parts within a body, both physically and metaphorically, within the biblical text.

Usage: In the New Testament, "κῶλον" is used to describe physical limbs or parts of the body. It can also be applied metaphorically to describe divisions within a text or a structure.

Context: The Greek word "κῶλον" appears in the New Testament context to describe physical limbs or members of the body. This term is used to emphasize the interconnectedness and functionality of different parts within a whole. In the broader biblical narrative, the concept of "κῶλον" can be seen as a metaphor for the body of Christ, where each member plays a vital role in the functioning of the church. The Apostle Paul, in his epistles, often uses the imagery of the body to illustrate the unity and diversity within the Christian community. Each "κῶλον" or member is essential, contributing to the overall health and mission of the body. This metaphor underscores the importance of every believer's unique gifts and roles in the service of God's kingdom.

Forms and Transliterations
κωλα κωλά κώλα κῶλα κωλύματι kola kôla kōla kō̂la
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Englishman's Concordance
Hebrews 3:17 N-NNP
GRK: ὧν τὰ κῶλα ἔπεσεν ἐν
NAS: whose bodies fell
KJV: whose carcases fell
INT: of whom the bodies fell in

Strong's Greek 2966
1 Occurrence


κῶλα — 1 Occ.















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