Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπενδύτης”
Understanding ependýtēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fisher's coat. - a wrapper, i.e. outer garment
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπενδύτης
Phoneticep-en-doo'-tace
Transliterationependýtēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fisher's coat. - a wrapper, i.e. outer garment
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 21:7 | “Therefore that disciple whom Jesus loved saith unto Peter, It is the Lord. Now when Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he girt his fisher’s coat unto him, (for he was naked,) and did cast himself into the sea.” Word: ἐπενδύτης (ependýtēs) |