Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐμπόριον”
Understanding empórion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
neuter from ἔμπορος merchandise. - a mart ("emporium")
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐμπόριον
Phoneticem-por'-ee-on
Transliterationempórion
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
neuter from ἔμπορος merchandise. - a mart ("emporium")
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 2:16 | “And said unto them that sold doves, Take these things hence; make not my Father’s house an house of merchandise.” Word: ἐμπόριον (empórion) |