Greek Word Study
The meaning of “θεῖον”
Understanding theîon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably neuter of θεῖος (in its original sense of flashing) brimstone. - sulphur
G2303
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
θεῖον
Phoneticthi'-on
Transliterationtheîon
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably neuter of θεῖος (in its original sense of flashing) brimstone. - sulphur
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
7 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 17:29 | “But the same day that Lot went out of Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven, and destroyed them all.” Word: θεῖον (theîon) | |
| Revelation 19:20 | “And the beast was taken, and with him the false prophet that wrought miracles before him, with which he deceived them that had received the mark of the beast, and them that worshipped his image. These both were cast alive into a lake of fire burning with brimstone.” Word: θεῖον (theîon) |