Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κόλπος”
Understanding kólpos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
apparently a primary word bosom, creek. - the bosom - by analogy, a bay
G2859
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κόλπος
Phonetickol'-pos
Transliterationkólpos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
apparently a primary word bosom, creek. - the bosom - by analogy, a bay
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 16:22 | “And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried;” Word: κόλπος (kólpos) | |
| John 13:23 | “Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.” Word: κόλπος (kólpos) | |
| Acts 27:39 | “And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship.” Word: κόλπος (kólpos) |