Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κειρία”
Understanding keiría reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain affinity graveclothes. - a swathe, i.e. winding-sheet
G2750
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κειρία
Phoneticki-ree'-ah
Transliterationkeiría
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain affinity graveclothes. - a swathe, i.e. winding-sheet
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 11:44 | “And he that was dead came forth, bound hand and foot with graveclothes: and his face was bound about with a napkin. Jesus saith unto them, Loose him, and let him go.” Word: κειρία (keiría) |