Strong’s G2448

Ἰούδα

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Iouda

Pronunciation

ee-oo-dah'

Definition

Judah

Meaning

Judah, Judas, Jude.

Usage

The Greek word "Ἰούδα" (Iouda) is used in the New Testament to refer to several distinct entities: the tribe of Judah, the southern kingdom of Judah, and individuals named Judah, including one of the twelve sons of Jacob and Judas Iscariot. It is a significant term due to its association with the lineage of King David and Jesus Christ, who is often referred to as the "Lion of the tribe of Judah" (Revelation 5:5, BSB).

Bible references

Matthew 2:6;Matthew 2:6;Luke 1:39;Luke 3:26;Hebrews 7:14;Hebrews 8:8;Revelation 5:5;Revelation 7:5