Strong’s G2176
εὐώνυμος
Part of speech
Adjective
Transliteration
euónumos
Pronunciation
yoo-ON-oo-mos
Definition
Left, left-hand
Meaning
(lit: well-named, to avoid the evil omen attaching to the left), on the left-hand side, left.
Usage
The Greek word "εὐώνυμος" is primarily used to denote the "left" or "left-hand" side. In ancient Greek culture, the left side was often considered less favorable than the right, which was associated with strength and honor. However, the term "euónumos" itself carries a more neutral or even positive connotation due to its etymology, suggesting a "well-named" or "fortunate" aspect, possibly to avoid the negative superstitions associated with the left side.
Bible references
Matthew 20:21;Matthew 20:23;Matthew 25:33;Matthew 25:41;Matthew 27:38;Mark 10:40;Mark 15:27;Acts 21:3;Revelation 10:2