Greek Word Study
The meaning of “βωμός”
Understanding bōmós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
altar. - properly, a stand, i.e. (specially) an altar
G1041
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
βωμός
Phoneticbo'-mos
Transliterationbōmós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
altar. - properly, a stand, i.e. (specially) an altar
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 17:23 | “For as I passed by, and beheld your devotions, I found an altar with this inscription, TO THE UNKNOWN GOD. Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you.” Word: βωμός (bōmós) |