Original Word: Πέργη
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: Pergé
Pronunciation: PER-gay
Phonetic Spelling: (perg'-ay)
Definition: Perga
Meaning: Perga, a city on the river Cestrus in the Roman province Pamphylia.

Perga.

Probably from the same as Pergamos; a tower; Perga, a place in Asia Minor -- Perga.

see GREEK Pergamos

Word Origin
probably from the same as Pergamos
Definition
Perga, a city of Pamphylia
NASB Translation
Perga (3).

STRONGS NT 4011: Πέργη

Πέργη, Πέργης, ἡ (cf. the preceding word), Perge or Perga, a town of Pamphylia, on the river Cestrus about seven miles (sixty stadia) from the sea. On a hill near the town was the temple of Diana (i. e. Artemis) (Strabo 14, p. 667; Mel. 1, 14; Livy 38, 37): Acts 13:13; Acts 14:25. (BB. DD.; Lewin, St. Paul, i., 134f)

Word Origin: Derived from the name of the ancient city of Perga, located in the region of Pamphylia in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey).

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek term Πέργη, as it is a proper noun specific to a geographical location in the Greco-Roman world. However, the concept of cities and regions as centers of missionary activity can be related to various Hebrew terms for cities and regions in the Old Testament, though none correspond directly to Perga.

Usage: The term Πέργη is used in the New Testament to refer to the city of Perga, specifically in the context of the missionary journeys of the Apostle Paul.

Context: • Historical Context: Perga was an ancient city in the region of Pamphylia, which was a coastal area in what is now southern Turkey. It was known for its strategic location and served as a significant center of commerce and culture in the ancient world. The city was also famous for its temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis.

• Biblical Significance: Perga is mentioned in the New Testament in the Book of Acts. It is notably referenced in Acts 13:13, where it is recorded that Paul and his companions, including Barnabas and John Mark, traveled to Perga during their first missionary journey. The passage states: "From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem" (Acts 13:13, BSB). This event marks a significant moment in the early Christian mission as it highlights the challenges and decisions faced by the early apostles in spreading the Gospel.

• Archaeological Insights: Excavations in the area of ancient Perga have revealed significant ruins, including a theater, a stadium, and remnants of the city’s fortifications. These findings provide insight into the city's prominence and the cultural backdrop against which the early Christian missionaries operated.

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