Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κουστωδία”
Understanding koustōdía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of Latin origin watch. - "custody", i.e. a Roman sentry
G2892
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κουστωδία
Phonetickoos-to-dee'-ah
Transliterationkoustōdía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of Latin origin watch. - "custody", i.e. a Roman sentry
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:65 | “Pilate said unto them, Ye have a watch: go your way, make it as sure as ye can.” Word: κουστωδία (koustōdía) | |
| Matthew 27:66 | “So they went, and made the sepulchre sure, sealing the stone, and setting a watch. ” Word: κουστωδία (koustōdía) | |
| Matthew 28:11 | “Now when they were going, behold, some of the watch came into the city, and shewed unto the chief priests all the things that were done.” Word: κουστωδία (koustōdía) |