ῥίζα
rhiza
root
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ῥίζα (rhiza) is defined as "root" and falls within the semantic domain of Creation & Nature. This term is used 17 times in the Bible, indicating its significance in various contexts. In terms of meaning, ῥίζα refers to the source or foundation of something, often used to describe the origin or base of a plant, tree, or structure. This word can also imply a sense of stability, security, or strength, as a root provides support and nourishment to a growing entity. The range of usage for ῥίζα is diverse, appearing in various contexts such as descriptions of natural phenomena, agricultural practices, and metaphorical expressions. For example, it may be used to describe the root of a tree, the root of a problem, or the root of a family. This versatility highlights the word's importance in conveying complex ideas and relationships in a concise and meaningful way.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
17 total occurrences across the text
“Even now the ax lies at the root of the trees. Therefore every tree that doesn’t produce good fruit is cut down, and cast into the fire.
Matthew 13:6When the sun had risen, they were scorched. Because they had no root, they withered away.
Matthew 13:21yet he has no root in himself, but endures for a while. When oppression or persecution arises because of the word, immediately he stumbles.
Mark 4:6When the sun had risen, it was scorched; and because it had no root, it withered away.
Mark 4:17They have no root in themselves, but are short-lived. When oppression or persecution arises because of the word, immediately they stumble.
Mark 11:20As they passed by in the morning, they saw the fig tree withered away from the roots.
Luke 3:9Even now the ax also lies at the root of the trees. Every tree therefore that doesn’t produce good fruit is cut down, and thrown into the fire.”
Luke 8:13Those on the rock are they who, when they hear, receive the word with joy; but these have no root, who believe for a while, then fall away in time of temptation.
Romans 15:12Again, Isaiah says, “There will be the root of Jesse, he who arises to rule over the Gentiles; in him the Gentiles will hope.”
Romans 11:16If the first fruit is holy, so is the lump. If the root is holy, so are the branches.
Romans 11:17But if some of the branches were broken off, and you, being a wild olive, were grafted in among them and became partaker with them of the root and of the richness of the olive tree,
Romans 11:18don’t boast over the branches. But if you boast, it is not you who support the root, but the root supports you.
Romans 11:18don’t boast over the branches. But if you boast, it is not you who support the root, but the root supports you.
1 Timothy 6:10For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
Hebrews 12:15looking carefully lest there be any man who falls short of the grace of God, lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and many be defiled by it,
Revelation 5:5One of the elders said to me, “Don’t weep. Behold, the Lion who is of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has overcome: he who opens the book and its seven seals.”
Revelation 22:16I, Jesus, have sent my angel to testify these things to you for the assemblies. I am the root and the offspring of David, the Bright and Morning Star.”