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The meaning of θρῆνος

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

Definition

lamentation. - wailing

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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
ReferenceText
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)

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