Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἄκανθα”
Understanding ákantha reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably from the same as ἀκμήν thorn. - a thorn
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἄκανθα
Phoneticak'-an-thah
Transliterationákantha
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably from the same as ἀκμήν thorn. - a thorn
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
11 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:22 | “He also that received seed among the thorns is he that heareth the word; and the care of this world, and the deceitfulness of riches, choke the word, and he becometh unfruitful.” Word: ἄκανθα (ákantha) | |
| Mark 4:18 | “And these are they which are sown among thorns; such as hear the word,” Word: ἄκανθα (ákantha) | |
| Luke 8:7 | “And some fell among thorns; and the thorns sprang up with it, and choked it.” Word: ἄκανθα (ákantha) | |
| John 19:2 | “And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe,” Word: ἄκανθα (ákantha) | |
| Hebrews 6:8 | “But that which beareth thorns and briers is rejected, and is nigh unto cursing; whose end is to be burned.” Word: ἄκανθα (ákantha) |