Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπιῤῥάπτω”
Understanding epirrháptō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sew on. - to stitch upon, i.e. fasten with the needle
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπιῤῥάπτω
Phoneticep-ir-hrap'-to
Transliterationepirrháptō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sew on. - to stitch upon, i.e. fasten with the needle
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 2:21 | “No man also seweth a piece of new cloth on an old garment: else the new piece that filled it up taketh away from the old, and the rent is made worse.” Word: ἐπιῤῥάπτω (epirrháptō) |