"Lydda, a town in Palestine, Acts 9:32, 35, 38*. See PhotoGuide."
Definition and meaning
Lydda, a town in Palestine, Acts 9:32, 35, 38*. See PhotoGuide.
In the original Greek the word is written: Λύδδα
Historical context
The Roman Empire provided infrastructure no previous civilization had built — roads, sea routes, a common language in Greek, and relative peace across the Mediterranean. Jewish synagogues existed in every major city, giving Paul a starting point everywhere he traveled. The early church had no buildings, no political power, no social standing — and spread faster than any movement in ancient history.
The people who first heard this word were not reading a book — they were living through empires, oppression, exile, and covenant. Every word carried the weight of that reality. Understanding it changes how you read Scripture.
Scripture references
These are the most notable occurrences of lydda (G3069) across the King James Bible.
And it came to pass, as Peter passed throughout all quarters, he came down also to the saints which dwelt at Lydda.
And all that dwelt at Lydda and Saron saw him, and turned to the Lord.
And forasmuch as Lydda was nigh to Joppa, and the disciples had heard that Peter was there, they sent unto him two men, desiring him that he would not delay to come to them.
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Common questions
Strong's G3069 (lydda) is a Greek word that means: Lydda, a town in Palestine, Acts 9:32, 35, 38*. See PhotoGuide. It appears 3 times in the King James Bible.
The word lydda (G3069) appears 3 times in the original Greek text.
Strong's G3069 is lydda, a Greek word defined as: Lydda, a town in Palestine, Acts 9:32, 35, 38*. See PhotoGuide.. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.
lydda is a Greek word found in the New Testament.