νῆσος
nēsos (G3520)
island
AI Word Study
The Greek word νῆσος, represented by Strong's number G3520, primarily denotes an island. As a geographical term, it describes landmasses separated by water, which can be natural or artificial. Its short definition captures its core meaning, and it falls within the Semantic domain of Geography & Place. In its occurrences in the Bible, νῆσος is used nine times to variously refer to isolated landmasses. This usage suggests that the concept of an island represents a space or place distinct from the mainland. Given the term's definition and usage, it likely holds significance in biblical geography and potentially in descriptions of unique environments or communities. The specificity of νῆσος highlights its limited semantic scope, focusing primarily on landmass isolation. This focus might indicate the importance of distinct locations in biblical narratives or emphasize the isolation of these island environments in contrast to the surrounding waters.
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When they had gone through the island to Paphos, they found a certain sorcerer, a false prophet, a Jew, whose name was Bar Jesus,
Now in the neighborhood of that place were lands belonging to the chief man of the island, named Publius, who received us, and courteously entertained us for three days.
Then when this was done, the rest also who had diseases in the island came and were cured.
After three months, we set sail in a ship of Alexandria which had wintered in the island, whose sign was “The Twin Brothers.”
I John, your brother and partner with you in the oppression, Kingdom, and perseverance in Christ Jesus, was on the isle that is called Patmos because of God’s Word and the testimony of Jesus Christ.
The sky was removed like a scroll when it is rolled up. Every mountain and island were moved out of their places.