Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δίστομος”
Understanding dístomos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
with two edges, two-edged. - double-edged
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δίστομος
Phoneticdis'-tom-os
Transliterationdístomos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
with two edges, two-edged. - double-edged
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 4:12 | “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” Word: δίστομος (dístomos) | |
| Revelation 1:16 | “And he had in his right hand seven stars: and out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword: and his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength.” Word: δίστομος (dístomos) | |
| Revelation 2:12 | “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write; These things saith he which hath the sharp sword with two edges;” Word: δίστομος (dístomos) |