Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δέσμιος”
Understanding désmios reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
in bonds, prisoner. - a captive (as bound)
G1198
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δέσμιος
Phoneticdes'-mee-os
Transliterationdésmios
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
in bonds, prisoner. - a captive (as bound)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
16 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:16 | “And they had then a notable prisoner, called Barabbas.” Word: δέσμιος (désmios) | |
| Mark 15:6 | “Now at that feast he released unto them one prisoner, whomsoever they desired.” Word: δέσμιος (désmios) | |
| Acts 25:14 | “And when they had been there many days, Festus declared Paul’s cause unto the king, saying, There is a certain man left in bonds by Felix:” Word: δέσμιος (désmios) | |
| Ephesians 4:1 | “I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that ye walk worthy of the vocation wherewith ye are called,” Word: δέσμιος (désmios) | |
| 2 Timothy 1:8 | “Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his prisoner: but be thou partaker of the afflictions of the gospel according to the power of God;” Word: δέσμιος (désmios) |