Keras

The NAS New Testament Greek Lexicon

Strong's Number: 2768

Original Word	Word Origin
keraß	from a primary kar (the hair of the head)
Transliterated Word	TDNT Entry
Keras	3:669,428
Phonetic Spelling	Parts of Speech
ker'-as	Noun Neuter

Definition

a horn
1. of animals
2. since animals (esp. bulls) defend themselves with their horns, the horn with the Hebrews (and other nations) is a symbol of strength and courage, and used as such in a variety of phrases
  1. a mighty and valiant helper, the author of deliverance, of the Messiah
3. a projecting extremity in a shape like a horn, a point, apex: as of an altar

NAS Word Usage - Total: 11

horn 1, horns 10

NAS Verse Count
Luke	1
Revelation	9

Total	10

Greek lexicon based on Thayer's and Smith's Bible Dictionary plus others; this is keyed to the large Kittel and the "Theological Dictionary of the New Testament." These files are public domain.

Bibliography Information

Thayer and Smith. "Greek Lexicon entry for Keras". "The NAS New Testament Greek Lexicon". . 1999.

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