The meaning of “νότος”
Understanding nótos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of uncertain affinity south (wind). - the south(-west) wind - by extension, the southern quarter itself
νότος
of uncertain affinity south (wind). - the south(-west) wind - by extension, the southern quarter itself
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:42 | “The queen of the south shall rise up in the judgment with this generation, and shall condemn it: for she came from the uttermost parts of the earth to hear the wisdom of Solomon; and, behold, a greater than Solomon is here.” Word: νότος (nótos) | |
| Luke 12:55 | “And when ye see the south wind blow, ye say, There will be heat; and it cometh to pass.” Word: νότος (nótos) | |
| Acts 28:13 | “And from thence we fetched a compass, and came to Rhegium: and after one day the south wind blew, and we came the next day to Puteoli:” Word: νότος (nótos) | |
| Revelation 21:13 | “On the east three gates; on the north three gates; on the south three gates; and on the west three gates.” Word: νότος (nótos) |