Strong's Lexicon gamisko: To give in marriage, to marry off Original Word: γαμίσκω Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word γάμος (gamos), meaning "marriage" or "wedding." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent concept can be found in words like לָקַח (laqach - H3947), which means "to take" or "to take a wife," and נָתַן (nathan - H5414), meaning "to give," as in giving a daughter in marriage. Usage: The verb "gamisko" refers to the act of giving someone in marriage, typically used in the context of parents arranging or facilitating the marriage of their children. It implies the formal and social aspects of marriage arrangements in ancient times. Cultural and Historical Background: In ancient Jewish and Greco-Roman cultures, marriage was often arranged by the parents or guardians of the bride and groom. These arrangements were not only personal but also social contracts that involved families and communities. The act of giving in marriage was a significant event, often accompanied by celebrations and legal agreements. The concept of marriage was deeply rooted in the social and religious fabric of the time, reflecting the values and norms of the society. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1061: γαμίσκωγαμίσκω, equivalent to γαμίζω, which see (Matthew 24:38 Lachmann); passive (present γαμίσκομαι); Mark 12:25 R G; Luke 20:34 L T Tr WH (35 WH marginal reading; cf. Winers Grammar, 92 (88); and Tdf.'s note on Matthew 22:30). (Aristotle, pol. 7, 14, 4 etc.) (Compare: ἐκ῟γαμίσκω.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance give in marriage. From gamos; to espouse (a daughter to a husband) -- give in marriage. see GREEK gamos Forms and Transliterations γαμιζονται γαμίζονται γαμιζοντες γαμίζοντες γαμιζων γαμίζων γαμισκονται γαμίσκονται εγαμιζοντο ἐγαμίζοντο egamizonto egamízonto gamiskontai gamískontai gamizon gamizōn gamízon gamízōn gamizontai gamízontai gamizontes gamízontesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Matthew 22:30 V-PIM/P-3PGRK: γαμοῦσιν οὔτε γαμίζονται ἀλλ' ὡς NAS: nor are given in marriage, but are like INT: do they marry nor are given in marriage but like Matthew 24:38 V-PPA-NMP Mark 12:25 V-PIM/P-3P Luke 17:27 V-IIM/P-3P Luke 20:34 V-PIM/P-3P Luke 20:35 V-PIM/P-3P 1 Corinthians 7:38 V-PPA-NMS 1 Corinthians 7:38 V-PPA-NMS Strong's Greek 1061 |