Strong's Lexicon dikastés: Judge Original Word: δικαστής Word Origin: From the Greek verb δικάζω (dikazo), meaning "to judge" or "to decide." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the role of a judge is שׁוֹפֵט (shophét), Strong's Hebrew #8199, which also means "judge" or "one who governs." Usage: The term "dikastés" refers to a judge, one who makes decisions or judgments in legal matters. In the New Testament, it is used to describe individuals who have the authority to make judicial decisions, often in a formal court setting. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Greek society, judges played a crucial role in maintaining justice and order. They were responsible for interpreting the law and ensuring that it was applied fairly. The concept of a judge was well understood in both Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures, where legal systems were established to resolve disputes and administer justice. In the Jewish context, judges were often seen as representatives of God's justice, tasked with upholding His laws. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom dikazó (to judge) Definition a judge NASB Translation judge (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1348: δικαστήςδικαστής, δικαστοῦ, ὁ (δικάζω), a judge, arbitrator, umpire: Luke 12:14 (here critical texts κριτήν); Acts 7:27 (from Exodus 2:14); Acts 7:35. (the Sept. for שֹׁפֵט; in Greek writings (Aeschylus and) Herodotus on.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance judge. From a derivative of dike; a judger -- judge. see GREEK dike Forms and Transliterations δικασταί δικαστάς δικαστην δικαστήν δικαστὴν δικαστής dikasten dikastēn dikastḗn dikastḕnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 7:27 N-AFSGRK: ἄρχοντα καὶ δικαστὴν ἐφ' ἡμῶν NAS: MADE YOU A RULER AND JUDGE OVER US? KJV: a ruler and a judge over us? INT: ruler and judge over us Acts 7:35 N-AFS |