Greek Word Study

The meaning of γάγγραινα

Understanding gángraina reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

canker. - an ulcer ("gangrene")

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γάγγραινα

Phoneticgang'-grahee-nah
Transliterationgángraina
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

canker. - an ulcer ("gangrene")

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Timothy 2:17

And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymeneus and Philetus;

Word: γάγγραινα (gángraina)

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Most Frequent Book
2 Timothy
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