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The meaning of θανατήφορος

Understanding thanatḗphoros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

deadly. - death-bearing, i.e. fatal

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θανατήφορος

Phoneticthan-at-ay'-for-os
Transliterationthanatḗphoros
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

deadly. - death-bearing, i.e. fatal

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
James 3:8

But the tongue can no man tame; it is an unruly evil, full of deadly poison.

Word: θανατήφορος (thanatḗphoros)

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