ΠΕΡΑΙΤΗΣ, περαιτης
PERAITĒS, peraitēs
Sounds Like: peh-RAI-tays
Translations: the one from beyond, the one from the other side, the Transjordanian
From the root: ΠΕΡΑΙΤΗΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to someone who comes from 'the other side' or 'beyond' a certain point, often implying a geographical location. In historical contexts, it frequently refers to someone from the region of Perea, which was east of the Jordan River, hence 'the Transjordanian'. It is used to describe a person's origin or affiliation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G4008 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Josephus' The Jewish War
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