Greek Word Study
The meaning of “γάμος”
Understanding gámos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain affinity marriage, wedding. - nuptials
G1062
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
γάμος
Phoneticgam'-os
Transliterationgámos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain affinity marriage, wedding. - nuptials
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
16 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 22:9 | “Go ye therefore into the highways, and as many as ye shall find, bid to the marriage.” Word: γάμος (gámos) | |
| Luke 14:8 | “When thou art bidden of any man to a wedding, sit not down in the highest room; lest a more honourable man than thou be bidden of him;” Word: γάμος (gámos) | |
| John 2:2 | “And both Jesus was called, and his disciples, to the marriage.” Word: γάμος (gámos) | |
| Hebrews 13:4 | “Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.” Word: γάμος (gámos) | |
| Revelation 19:9 | “And he saith unto me, Write, Blessed are they which are called unto the marriage supper of the Lamb. And he saith unto me, These are the true sayings of God.” Word: γάμος (gámos) |