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θύϊνος

thýïnos

G2367 attributive adjective

SILEX Entry

Definition

Made of fragrant wood from the Thuja (thyine) or related citrus tree, particularly referring to objects crafted from the wood known for its aromatic and decorative qualities. Used specifically in reference to wood prized for its scent and appearance, often in luxury or cultic contexts. May denote, more generally, something fashioned from an aromatic evergreen (likely Thuja or Tetraclinis articulata).

Semantic Range

made of fragrant or aromatic wood, made of thyine or citron wood; pertaining to luxury wood products or objects; by extension—crafted from an exotic, valuable, and aromatic evergreen wood

Root / Etymology

From a derivative of θύω (to sacrifice, to offer with burning), in the sense of 'to emit fragrance' or 'to cause to burn with fragrance.' The suffix -ινος (‘-ine’ or ‘-made of’) forms adjectives of material. In this context, it denotes 'made of thyine wood.'

Historical & Contextual Notes

θύϊνος appears in Koine Greek literature (notably in Rev 18:12) denoting valuable, exotic wood imported into the eastern Mediterranean, especially luxury goods. The term refers to what was known in antiquity as citrus-wood, now often identified with Tetraclinis articulata—a fragrant North African tree sometimes called 'Thuja' or 'thyine.' The semantic field is limited, usually describing luxury items such as chests, tables, or vessels. In classical sources, citrus-wood was prized for its scent and rarity. Some English translations use 'thyine wood' or 'citron wood,' though the botanical identification remains debated. In the LXX and NT, its use is rare, typically evoking richness or opulence.

Original Strong's Gloss (1890)

from a derivative of θύω (in the sense of blowing; denoting a certain fragrant tree); made of citron-wood:--thyine.

Root Family

θυ- (thýïnos) — to sacrifice, to emit fragrance, to burn (aromatically)

Root θυ- to sacrifice, to emit fragrance, to burn (aromatically)

Word Forms

1 distinct form

SIDANCE Surface Transliteration Morphology Common SIBI-P1 SIBI-P2 Occurrences
G2367-01 θύϊνον thuinon ADJ.A ACC N SG citron thyine-wooden citron wood 1

Occurrences in Scripture

1 occurrence

SIDANCE Reference Word Transliteration Morphology Common SIBI-P1 SIBI-P2
G2367-01 Revelation 18:12 θύϊνον thuinon ADJ.A ACC N SG citron thyine-wooden citron wood
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