G4949
Συροφοίνισσα
a Syro-phœnician woman, i.e. a female native of Phœnicia in Syria
Transliteration
SyrophoínissaPronunciation
(soo-rof-oy'-nis-sah)Everything you need to know.
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a Syro-phœnician woman, i.e. a female native of Phœnicia in Syria
Συροφοίνισσα(Syrophoínissa)
Strong’s Definition
a Syro-phœnician woman, i.e. a female native of Phœnicia in Syria
feminine of a compound of G4948 (Σύρος) and the same as G5403 (Φοινίκη);
“The woman was a Greek, a Syrophenician by nation; and she besought him that he would cast forth the devil out of her daughter.”
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Strong's G4949: A compound noun combining Syrian and Phoenician origins, denoting a woman from Syrophoenicia. In Mark's Gospel, describes a Gentile woman whose faith in Jesus transcends ethnic boundaries, demonstrating the universal scope of divine grace.
U- Unveiling the Word
Συροφοινίκισσα embodies the breaking down of ethnic and cultural barriers in the Messiah's ministry. This compound term identifies a woman from the region where Syria and Phoenicia meet, marking her as a double outsider to Jewish society. In Mark's Gospel, her encounter with Jesus becomes a powerful demonstration of faith transcending cultural boundaries. The early church saw this word as prophetic of Gentile inclusion in God's kingdom. Today, it continues to challenge our prejudices and remind us of the gospel's universal reach.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
For compound words:
Σύρο- identifies Syrian connection, while Φοινίκισσα indicates Phoenician heritage, together describing someone from the border region between these cultures.
Translation Options:
E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As a feminine noun, Συροφοινίκισσα exhibits these features:
The word would appear as:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its significance in marking Gentile identity. Thayer's notes its unique composition indicating mixed heritage. LSJ documents usage in regional identification. Vine's connects it to faith beyond borders. Strong's highlights the compound nature suggesting cultural intersection. LEH traces similar ethnic designations. Moulton and Milligan find it rare but significant in identity contexts.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
The woman was a Greek, a [Συροφοινίκισσα] Syrophenician by nation; and she besought him that he would cast forth the devil out of her daughter. Mark 7:26
Additional References:
None - This is the only occurrence in the New Testament.
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
Συροφοινίκισσα powerfully illustrates how the Messiah's love transcends all cultural barriers. This woman's faith and Jesus' response demonstrate that God's kingdom welcomes all who come in faith, regardless of ethnicity or background. Her story continues to challenge cultural prejudices and proclaim the gospel's universal scope.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4949: A compound noun combining Syrian and Phoenician origins, denoting a woman from Syrophoenicia. In Mark's Gospel, describes a Gentile woman whose faith in Jesus transcends ethnic boundaries, demonstrating the universal scope of divine grace.
Part of speech: Noun (feminine)
Tags: Syrophoenician, Gentiles, faith, inclusion, women, Mark, cultural barriers, divine grace, ethnicity, universal salvation