Greek Word Study
The meaning of “θρῆνος”
Understanding thrēnos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
lamentation. - wailing
G2355
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
θρῆνος
Phoneticthray'-nos
Transliterationthrēnos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
lamentation. - wailing
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 2:18 | “In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not.” Word: θρῆνος (thrēnos) |