Original Word: μνήμη
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: mnémé
Pronunciation: mnay'-may
Phonetic Spelling: (mnay'-may)
Definition: Memory, remembrance, memorial
Meaning: memory, remembrance, mention.

remembrance.

From mimnesko; memory -- remembrance.

see GREEK mimnesko

3420 mnḗmē (a feminine noun derived from 3415 /mnáomai) – remembrance, especially in a particular aspect ("a lasting memory"). This "memorial" (memory) deserves to be recollected, i.e. remembered to honor an important concept or teaching.

Word Origin
from mnaomai (in the sense of to be mindful of)
Definition
memory, remembrance
NASB Translation
mind (1).

STRONGS NT 3420: μνήμη

μνήμη, μνήμης, ἡ (μνάομαι);

a. memory, remembrance;

b. mention: μνήμην ποιεῖσθαι τίνος, to remember a thing, call it to remembrance, 2 Peter 1:15; the same expression occurs in Greek writings from Herodotus down, but in the sense of Latinmentionem facere, to make mention of a thing.

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb μιμνήσκω (mimnēskō), meaning "to remember" or "to recall."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • זִכָּרוֹן (zikaron) • Strong's Hebrew 2146: Refers to a memorial or remembrance, often used in the context of remembering God's covenant or significant events in Israel's history.
• זָכַר (zakar) • Strong's Hebrew 2142: A verb meaning to remember, recall, or call to mind, frequently used in the Old Testament to denote the act of remembering God's deeds or commandments.

Usage: The word μνήμη is used in the New Testament to convey the concept of remembrance or memorial. It appears in contexts where remembering is an act of honoring or recalling significant events or individuals.

Context: The Greek word μνήμη (mnēmē) is a noun that encapsulates the concept of memory or remembrance. In the New Testament, it is used to emphasize the importance of recalling significant events or individuals, often in a context of honor or reverence. The act of remembering is not merely a mental exercise but is often tied to the idea of commemoration and respect.

In the Berean Standard Bible, μνήμη is used in passages that highlight the importance of remembering God's works, the teachings of Jesus, or the lives of faithful individuals. For example, in Luke 1:54, the term is used in Mary's Magnificat, where she speaks of God's remembrance of His mercy: "He has helped His servant Israel, remembering to be merciful."

The concept of μνήμη is also significant in the context of the Lord's Supper, where believers are called to remember the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. This act of remembrance is not only a personal reflection but a communal acknowledgment of the foundational truths of the Christian faith.

The use of μνήμη in the New Testament underscores the importance of memory in the life of faith, serving as a bridge between past events and present belief. It calls believers to actively recall and honor the works of God and the teachings of Christ, ensuring that these truths remain central in their lives.

μνήμη μνημην μνήμην mnemen mnēmēn mnḗmen mnḗmēnInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts