λαλιά
lalia
speech
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word λαλιά (lalia) corresponds to Strong's number G2981. It is defined as "speech," indicating its relationship to verbal communication. With four occurrences in the Bible, this word represents a limited but focused part of the Greek language's vocabulary. The meaning of λαλιά is closely tied to its usage in the Bible. It appears in contexts where speaking or talking is being described. Given its narrow definition, its significance can be understood in terms of its connection to verbal expression. The range of its usage suggests that this word was used to describe various forms of speech, without specifying the content or tone. The significance of λαλιά lies in its representation of the importance of verbal communication in the Greek language of the Bible. While it is a relatively rare word, its use suggests that speaking and talking played a vital role in the interactions and expressions of the people in the biblical narrative.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
4 total occurrences across the text
After a little while those who stood by came and said to Peter, “Surely you are also one of them, for your speech makes you known.”
Mark 14:70But he again denied it. After a little while again those who stood by said to Peter, “You truly are one of them, for you are a Galilean, and your speech shows it.”
John 4:42They said to the woman, “Now we believe, not because of your speaking; for we have heard for ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Savior of the world.”
John 8:43Why don’t you understand my speech? Because you can’t hear my word.