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G3223 · Greek · New Testament
Μεσημβρια
Mesēmbria
Noun, Feminine
Midday / Noon / South

Definition

From mesos (middle) and hēmera (day). Literally 'the middle of the day' — noon. Also used directionally to mean south (since the sun is in the south at midday in the Northern Hemisphere).

Usage & Theological Significance

In Acts 8:26, an angel directed Philip to go south toward the road from Jerusalem to Gaza, where he encountered the Ethiopian eunuch — one of the most significant conversion narratives in Acts. The word's dual meaning (noon/south) connects to the idea of divine appointments at specific times and places. God orchestrates encounters for the advancement of His kingdom.

Key Bible Verses

Acts 8:26 Now an angel of the Lord said to Philip, 'Go south to the road — the desert road — that goes down from Jerusalem to Gaza.'
Acts 22:6 About noon as I came near Damascus, suddenly a bright light from heaven flashed around me.
Acts 26:13 About midday, King Agrippa, as I was on the road, I saw a light from heaven, brighter than the sun.
Genesis 18:1 The Lord appeared to Abraham near the great trees of Mamre while he was sitting at the entrance to his tent in the heat of the day.
Psalm 37:6 He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn, your vindication like the noonday sun.

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