ὀρθρινός
orthrinos
dawn
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ὀρθρινός (orthrinos) is a term that refers to the dawn. Its short definition directly communicates its meaning, indicating that it is associated with the early morning light. As part of the semantic domain of Light & Darkness, this word is situated within a broader context that contrasts between illumination and obscurity. Given its limited occurrence in the Bible (only 1 instance), it is likely that ὀρθρινός is used to convey a specific image or idea rather than being a common term. Its significance may lie in its ability to evoke a sense of transition from darkness to light, which could be significant in various contexts, such as spiritual or metaphorical awakenings.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text