Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κρημνός”
Understanding krēmnós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
steep place. - overhanging, i.e. a precipice
G2911
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κρημνός
Phonetickrame-nos'
Transliterationkrēmnós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
steep place. - overhanging, i.e. a precipice
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 8:32 | “And he said unto them, Go. And when they were come out, they went into the herd of swine: and, behold, the whole herd of swine ran violently down a steep place into the sea, and perished in the waters.” Word: κρημνός (krēmnós) | |
| Mark 5:13 | “And forthwith Jesus gave them leave. And the unclean spirits went out, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the sea, (they were about two thousand;) and were choked in the sea.” Word: κρημνός (krēmnós) | |
| Luke 8:33 | “Then went the devils out of the man, and entered into the swine: and the herd ran violently down a steep place into the lake, and were choked.” Word: κρημνός (krēmnós) |