Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐκβολή”
Understanding ekbolḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
+ lighten the ship. - ejection, i.e. (specially) a throwing overboard of the cargo
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐκβολή
Phoneticek-bol-ay'
Transliterationekbolḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
+ lighten the ship. - ejection, i.e. (specially) a throwing overboard of the cargo
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 27:18 | “And we being exceedingly tossed with a tempest, the next day they lightened the ship;” Word: ἐκβολή (ekbolḗ) |