Κυρία
Kuria
lady
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word "Κυρία" (Kuria) is defined as "lady." It is a term used to address a woman of high social status or authority. This word appears only twice in the Bible, indicating its limited but significant usage. The term "Κυρία" likely conveys a sense of respect and deference, similar to how we might address a noble or a queen. Its usage suggests that the person being addressed holds a position of power or influence, and is deserving of honor and respect. The limited occurrences of "Κυρία" in the Bible imply that it is not a common term, but rather a specific way to address someone who commands respect. Its significance lies in its ability to convey a sense of dignity and authority, and to acknowledge the importance of the person being addressed.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text