Word Study

The meaning of ἀλλόφυλος

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

G246
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

ἀλλόφυλος

Phonetical-lof'-oo-los
Transliterationallóphylos
Grammar Code
G:Α
Greek
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

one of another nation. - foreign, i.e. (specially) Gentile

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 10:28

And he said unto them, Ye know how that it is an unlawful thing for a man that is a Jew to keep company, or come unto one of another nation; but God hath shewed me that I should not call any man common or unclean.

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
1x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
Book Distribution
Acts1

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Greek meaning of 'ἀλλόφυλος' deepen your understanding of Acts 10:28?