Hebrew Bible
New Testament
Hebrew Bible
New Testament
Strong’s G3997: A noun denoting deep grief, mourning, or sorrow. Related to πενθέω. In NT usage, particularly emphasizes spiritual grief over sin and worldliness. Used in contexts of repentance and spiritual transformation, describing profound sorrow that leads to change.
πένθος
g3997
Πένθος represents deep mourning or grief, particularly in spiritual contexts. In James, it appears as part of the call to genuine repentance from worldliness. Early church writers saw it as essential to true spiritual transformation. Today, it helps us understand the proper response to sin and the role of godly sorrow in spiritual growth.
Etymology:
For compound words: Not applicable as this is a primary noun
Translation Options:
BDAG emphasizes spiritual dimension. Thayer’s notes depth of emotion. LSJ traces ritualistic usage. Vine’s highlights transformative aspect. Moulton and Milligan show usage in grief contexts.
First appearance:
“Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning [πένθος] and your joy to gloom.” (James 4:9)
Additional References:
Revelation 18:7-8, Revelation 21:4
Author: Work | Text |
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Homer: Odyssey | “Great mourning [πένθος] fell upon the house.” |
Aeschylus: Persians | “The city was filled with mourning [πένθος].” |
Euripides: Medea | “Her heart heavy with mourning [πένθος].” |
Πένθος teaches us that genuine spiritual transformation involves deep sorrow over sin. This godly grief leads not to despair but to joy, as God promises to comfort those who mourn and transform their sorrow into gladness.
Strong’s G3997: A noun denoting deep grief, mourning, or sorrow. Related to πενθέω. In NT usage, particularly emphasizes spiritual grief over sin and worldliness. Used in contexts of repentance and spiritual transformation, describing profound sorrow that leads to change.
Part of speech: Noun
Tags: #Mourning #Grief #Repentance #GodlySorrow #SpiritualTransformation #Lamentation #JamesEpistle #Comfort #Restoration #ChristianLife
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Strong's g3997
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