Σαβαὼθ
sabaṓth
of Sabaoth
A plural noun referring to 'armies,' 'hosts,' or 'organized multitudes,' especially as a titular element in divine epithets (e.g., 'Lord of hosts'). In Greek usage, σαβαώθ functions as a transliteration of the Hebrew term צְבָאוֹת (tseva'ot), designating celestial or earthly armies, divine retinues, or cosmic forces under God's command. In certain contexts, it becomes synonymous with God's power to command or muster heavenly and human forces.
James 5:4 · Word #25
Lexicon G4519
| Lemma | σαβαώθ |
| Transliteration | sabaṓth |
| Strong's | G4519 |
| Definition | A plural noun referring to 'armies,' 'hosts,' or 'organized multitudes,' especially as a titular element in divine epithets (e.g., 'Lord of hosts'). In Greek usage, σαβαώθ functions as a transliteration of the Hebrew term צְבָאוֹת (tseva'ot), designating celestial or earthly armies, divine retinues, or cosmic forces under God's command. In certain contexts, it becomes synonymous with God's power to command or muster heavenly and human forces. |
Morphology N GEN M PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | GEN — Genitive — Possession, source, or separation |
| Gender | M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | of Sabaoth |
| Literal | of-Sabaoth |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | Σαβαώθ |
| Strong's | G4519 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G4519-01
of hosts
| Morphological Notes | Noun, genitive masculine plural; transliterated Hebrew plural treated as a genitive plural form in Greek. |
| Rendering Rationale | The term denotes organized armies or hosts, especially in divine titulature. The genitive plural form is preserved by rendering it as "of hosts," reflecting both plurality and case. |
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