Word Study: Original Languages and Strong's Concordance
Explore the original biblical languages with Bold Bible's comprehensive Word Study feature.
Accessing Word Study
- Long-press (press and hold) on any word in a verse
- The Word Study dialog opens automatically
- Study the original Hebrew (OT) or Greek (NT)
What Word Study Shows
Original Language:
- The Hebrew or Greek word (in original script)
- Transliteration (how to pronounce it)
- Strong's number (H for Hebrew, G for Greek)
Strong's Concordance Data:
- Primary definition
- Extended meaning
- Usage statistics
- Word derivation/etymology
We have the complete Strong's Concordance with 14,197 entries:
- 8,674 Hebrew words (Old Testament)
- 5,523 Greek words (New Testament)
Audio Pronunciation
- Tap the speaker icon next to the word
- Hear the proper pronunciation
- Helpful for memorization and speaking
Cross-References (TSK)
The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge shows:
- Related verses using the same concept
- Parallel passages throughout Scripture
- Links to navigate directly to references
Understanding the Tabs
- Definition - Main word meanings
- Usage - How the word is used in Scripture
- Etymology - Word roots and origins
- Cross-References - Related Scripture
Practical Application
- Study key theological words deeply
- Notice when English translations use different originals
- Compare how Paul and Jesus used the same Greek words
- Build vocabulary over time for Bible study