κόραξ (korax)
korax
raven
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The noun korax refers to a raven or crow, serving as the New Testament equivalent for the Hebrew word ‘orev found in the Old Testament. This bird is known for its intelligence and adaptability, traits that likely made it a fitting example for Jesus’ teaching on God’s provision.
In Luke 12:24, Jesus points to these birds to illustrate how much more valuable humans are than the creatures of the field. He notes that ravens do not sow or reap, yet God feeds them. The reference highlights a simple theological point: if the Creator cares for such common animals, He certainly provides for His people.
The word appears only once in the New Testament, making its context specific and focused. By choosing this particular bird, the text emphasizes that divine care extends to all life, regardless of status or utility, grounding the lesson in observable nature rather than abstract theory.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
When Jesus mentions the raven in Luke 12:24, He points to a bird that does not farm or store grain, yet it is fed by God. This image reminds us that our Creator cares for every creature, no matter how simple its life might seem. If God provides for birds that do not labor, He certainly watches over you with even greater attention.
You do not need to carry the heavy burden of anxiety about your future. Your value is far greater than that of any animal in the field. Trusting in this truth allows you to rest in the knowledge that your Father knows your needs and will provide for them in His good time.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- ravens1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- κόρακας1×
Key Verses
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Luke 12:24
Consider the ravens: they don’t sow, they don’t reap, they have no warehouse or barn, and God feeds them. How much more valuable are you than birds!
This verse uses the raven as a concrete example of God’s provision to contrast with human anxiety, highlighting that if God feeds birds that do not work, He will certainly care for His children.