τελώνιον

The Greek word "τελώνιον" (telōnion) refers to a specific location or structure associated with taxation. As defined, the term directly translates to "tax booth." This word appears three times in the Bible, indicating its importance in the cultural context of ancient Greece and Rome. In its semantic domain of Commerce & Wealth, "τελώνιον" is likely tied to the activity of collecting taxes, tolls, or other monetary impositions. The fact that it is associated with taxation suggests that this word was a common aspect of daily life in the Mediterranean world, with individuals regularly interacting with tax collectors or visiting tax collection points. The occurrence of "τελώνιον" in the Bible may indicate that taxation was a significant issue in the life of early Christians, who would have had to navigate the complexities of Roman taxation. While the frequency of the word is limited, its association with commerce and wealth provides insight into the economic realities of the ancient Greco-Roman world.