Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀκροθίνιον”
Understanding akrothínion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
spoils. - properly (in the plural) the top of the heap, i.e. (by implication) best of the booty
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀκροθίνιον
Phoneticak-roth-in'-ee-on
Transliterationakrothínion
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
spoils. - properly (in the plural) the top of the heap, i.e. (by implication) best of the booty
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 7:4 | “Now consider how great this man was, unto whom even the patriarch Abraham gave the tenth of the spoils.” Word: ἀκροθίνιον (akrothínion) |