Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀκάνθινος”
Understanding akánthinos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of thorns. - thorny
G174
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀκάνθινος
Phoneticak-an'-thee-nos
Transliterationakánthinos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of thorns. - thorny
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 15:17 | “And they clothed him with purple, and platted a crown of thorns, and put it about his head, ” Word: ἀκάνθινος (akánthinos) | |
| John 19:5 | “Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man!” Word: ἀκάνθινος (akánthinos) |