Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπικάλυμα”
Understanding epikályma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
cloke. - a covering, i.e. (figuratively) pretext
G1942
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπικάλυμα
Phoneticep-ee-kal'-oo-mah
Transliterationepikályma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
cloke. - a covering, i.e. (figuratively) pretext
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Peter 2:16 | “As free, and not using your liberty for a cloke of maliciousness, but as the servants of God.” Word: ἐπικάλυμα (epikályma) |