γενεαλογία (G1076) — Greek Lexicon

γενεαλογία

genealogía

G1076 noun

SILEX Entry

Definition

The act or process of tracing descent by generations; a record or account that details lineage or ancestry, typically by enumerating successive generations. In various contexts, denotes both the activity of constructing a family tree and the resultant list or register of names relating to familial descent. More broadly, may refer to an ancestral list or pedigree, especially of significant or recognized individuals, families, or groups.

Semantic Range

genealogical record, list of ancestors, family lineage, the act of tracing ancestry, ancestral register, account of descent, family pedigree

Root / Etymology

From γενεά (generation, race, family) + -λογία (account, study, description), thus literally 'the account or reckoning of generations.' Related to the verb γενεαλογέω (to trace a genealogy or ancestry).

Historical & Contextual Notes

In classical Greek, γενεαλογία is rarely attested but when used, it refers to the compiling or knowledge of one's lineage. In Hellenistic and Koine contexts, especially in the Septuagint and New Testament, it commonly designates official lists of descent, such as those preserved to establish legitimacy, priestly status, or fulfill scriptural requirements (e.g., Ezra 2:62 LXX; Matthew 1:1, 1 Timothy 1:4). The term can refer both to the written record and the broader literary or societal practice. Early Jewish and Christian writings often employ the term to indicate the importance of ancestral records for identity, office, or claims of fulfillment of prophecy. English translations typically use 'genealogy,' though sometimes 'family record' or 'ancestral register' may suit contexts not strictly related to biological lineage. In 1 Timothy 1:4 and Titus 3:9, 'genealogies' may further imply speculative or legendary ancestral lists in contrast with authoritative records. The semantic boundaries of γενεαλογία in Koine Greek are somewhat influenced by administrative, legal, and religious concerns of the Greco-Roman and Second Temple Jewish world.

Original Strong's Gloss (1890)

from the same as γενεαλογέω; tracing by generations, i.e. "genealogy":--genealogy.

Root Family

γενεαλογία (genealogia) — genealogical record, tracing of descent, account of generations, ancestral register

Root γενεαλογ- to record or trace descent, to recount generations

Word Forms

2 distinct forms

SIDANCE	Surface	Transliteration	Morphology	Common	SIBI-P1	SIBI-P2	Occurrences
`G1076-02`	γενεαλογίας	genealogias	`N ACC F PL`	genealogies	genealogical records	genealogies	1
`G1076-01`	γενεαλογίαις	genealogiais	`N DAT F PL`	genealogies	to genealogical records	to genealogies	1

Occurrences in Scripture

2 occurrences

Filter by SIDANCE:

SIDANCE	Reference	Word	Transliteration	Morphology	Common	SIBI-P1	SIBI-P2
`G1076-01`	1 Timothy 1:4	γενεαλογίαις	genealogiais	`N DAT F PL`	genealogies	to genealogical records	to genealogies
`G1076-02`	Titus 3:9	γενεαλογίας	genealogias	`N ACC F PL`	genealogies	genealogical records	genealogies

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