Redirected from τυρανοϲ, replacing lunate sigma Ϲϲ with normal sigma Σσ/ς.
ΤΥΡΑΝΟΣ, τυρανος
TYRANOS, tyranos
Sounds Like: too-RAH-nos
Translations: tyrant, a tyrant, absolute ruler, despot
From the root: ΤΥΡΑΝΟΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to an absolute ruler or despot, often implying a cruel or oppressive leader. In ancient Greek contexts, a 'tyrant' was simply someone who seized power unconstitutionally, not necessarily someone who ruled badly, though the negative connotation developed over time. It describes a person holding supreme power without legal right or popular consent.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G5181 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- 4 Maccabees — 17:23
From the same root
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