Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δραχμή”
Understanding drachmḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
piece (of silver). - a drachma or (silver) coin (as handled)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δραχμή
Phoneticdrakh-may'
Transliterationdrachmḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
piece (of silver). - a drachma or (silver) coin (as handled)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 15:8 | “Either what woman having ten pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till she find it?” Word: δραχμή (drachmḗ) | |
| Luke 15:9 | “And when she hath found it, she calleth her friends and her neighbours together, saying, Rejoice with me; for I have found the piece which I had lost.” Word: δραχμή (drachmḗ) |