Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δούλη”
Understanding doúlē reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feminine of δοῦλος handmaid(-en). - a female slave (involuntarily or voluntarily)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δούλη
Phoneticdoo'-lay
Transliterationdoúlē
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feminine of δοῦλος handmaid(-en). - a female slave (involuntarily or voluntarily)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 1:38 | “And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.” Word: δούλη (doúlē) | |
| Luke 1:48 | “For he hath regarded the low estate of his handmaiden: for, behold, from henceforth all generations shall call me blessed.” Word: δούλη (doúlē) | |
| Acts 2:18 | “And on my servants and on my handmaidens I will pour out in those days of my Spirit; and they shall prophesy:” Word: δούλη (doúlē) |