Greek Word Study
The meaning of “βύσσινος”
Understanding býssinos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fine linen. - made of linen (neuter a linen cloth)
G1039
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
βύσσινος
Phoneticboos'-see-nos
Transliterationbýssinos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fine linen. - made of linen (neuter a linen cloth)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Revelation 18:16 | “And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls!” Word: βύσσινος (býssinos) | |
| Revelation 19:8 | “And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.” Word: βύσσινος (býssinos) | |
| Revelation 19:14 | “And the armies which were in heaven followed him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean.” Word: βύσσινος (býssinos) |