The meaning of “ἱμάτιον”
Understanding himátion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter of a presumed derivative of ennumi (to put on) apparel, cloke, clothes, garment, raiment, robe, vesture. - a dres...
ἱμάτιον
neuter of a presumed derivative of ennumi (to put on) apparel, cloke, clothes, garment, raiment, robe, vesture. - a dress (inner or outer)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:7 | “And brought the ass, and the colt, and put on them their clothes, and they set him thereon.” Word: ἱμάτιον (himátion) | |
| Mark 10:50 | “And he, casting away his garment, rose, and came to Jesus.” Word: ἱμάτιον (himátion) | |
| Luke 8:44 | “Came behind him, and touched the border of his garment: and immediately her issue of blood stanched.” Word: ἱμάτιον (himátion) | |
| John 19:5 | “Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man!” Word: ἱμάτιον (himátion) | |
| Acts 16:22 | “And the multitude rose up together against them: and the magistrates rent off their clothes, and commanded to beat them. ” Word: ἱμάτιον (himátion) |