πατρίς
patris
fatherland
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word "πατρίς" (patris) is a noun that refers to a person's country of origin or native land. Its short definition is "fatherland," indicating a strong connection to one's homeland. This word is part of the semantic domain of Kinship & Family, suggesting that the concept of homeland is closely tied to one's family and ancestry. In the Bible, "πατρίς" is used 8 times, implying its significance in the ancient Greek culture and the biblical text. The word likely conveys a sense of identity, belonging, and loyalty to one's native land. It may also imply a sense of pride and patriotism, as the term "fatherland" suggests a connection to one's ancestors and heritage. The use of "πατρίς" in the Bible highlights the importance of one's homeland in ancient Greek culture and the biblical narrative. It may be used to describe a person's place of origin, their ancestral homeland, or even the land of their ancestors' ancestors. The significance of this word lies in its ability to evoke a sense of identity, belonging, and connection to one's heritage.
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Occurrences in Scripture
8 total occurrences across the text
Coming into his own country, he taught them in their synagogue, so that they were astonished, and said, “Where did this man get this wisdom, and these mighty works?
Matthew 13:57They were offended by him. But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor, except in his own country, and in his own house.”
Mark 6:1He went out from there. He came into his own country, and his disciples followed him.
Mark 6:4Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor, except in his own country, and among his own relatives, and in his own house.”
Luke 4:23He said to them, “Doubtless you will tell me this parable, ‘Physician, heal yourself! Whatever we have heard done at Capernaum, do also here in your hometown.’ ”
Luke 4:24He said, “Most certainly I tell you, no prophet is acceptable in his hometown.
John 4:44For Jesus himself testified that a prophet has no honor in his own country.
Hebrews 11:14For those who say such things make it clear that they are seeking a country of their own.