The meaning of “βρέφος”
Understanding bréphos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of uncertain affinity babe, (young) child, infant. - an infant (properly, unborn) literally or figuratively
βρέφος
of uncertain affinity babe, (young) child, infant. - an infant (properly, unborn) literally or figuratively
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 2:12 | “And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.” Word: βρέφος (bréphos) | |
| Acts 7:19 | “The same dealt subtilly with our kindred, and evil entreated our fathers, so that they cast out their young children, to the end they might not live.” Word: βρέφος (bréphos) | |
| 2 Timothy 3:15 | “And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.” Word: βρέφος (bréphos) | |
| 1 Peter 2:2 | “As newborn babes, desire the sincere milk of the word, that ye may grow thereby:” Word: βρέφος (bréphos) |