The meaning of “κορβᾶν”
Understanding korbân reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of Hebrew and Chaldee origin respectively (קׇרְבָּן) Corban, treasury. - a votive offering and the offering - a consecra...
κορβᾶν
of Hebrew and Chaldee origin respectively (קׇרְבָּן) Corban, treasury. - a votive offering and the offering - a consecrated present (to the Temple fund) - by extension (the latter term) the Treasury itself, i.e. the room where the contribution boxes stood
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:6 | “And the chief priests took the silver pieces, and said, It is not lawful for to put them into the treasury, because it is the price of blood.” Word: κορβᾶν (korbân) | |
| Mark 7:11 | “But ye say, If a man shall say to his father or mother, It is Corban, that is to say, a gift, by whatsoever thou mightest be profited by me; he shall be free.” Word: κορβᾶν (korbân) |