ἅρμα
hárma
chariot
A vehicle with wheels, primarily designed for use in warfare or ceremonial processions; specifically, a chariot. In Greek literature and the Septuagint, most often denotes a two-wheeled, horse-drawn vehicle used in battle contexts; also, more generally, a wheeled conveyance for important persons or for religious displays. Can refer to an ornate or symbolic chariot in metaphorical or poetic context.
Acts 8:38 · Word #5
Lexicon G716
| Lemma | ἅρμα |
| Transliteration | hárma |
| Strong's | G716 |
| Definition | A vehicle with wheels, primarily designed for use in warfare or ceremonial processions; specifically, a chariot. In Greek literature and the Septuagint, most often denotes a two-wheeled, horse-drawn vehicle used in battle contexts; also, more generally, a wheeled conveyance for important persons or for religious displays. Can refer to an ornate or symbolic chariot in metaphorical or poetic context. |
Morphology N ACC N SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | N — Neuter — Grammatical neuter |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Common Translation
| Phrase | chariot |
| Literal | chariot |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἅρμα |
| Strong's | G716 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G716-01
a chariot
| Morphological Notes | Noun, accusative singular, neuter (Gr,N,,,,,ANS) |
| Rendering Rationale | "Chariot" best reflects a wheeled vehicle fitted together for war or display, aligning with the root idea of joined or constructed parts (ἁρμ-). The accusative neuter singular form denotes one such vehicle as a direct object. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
chariot
| Same as P1 | No — adjusted for context |
| Rationale | Changed from 'a chariot' to 'chariot' because the definite article is present, indicating a specific known chariot; aligns with the use of 'the' in the previous word. |