Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀμφίβληστρον”
Understanding amphíblēstron reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
net. - a (fishing) net (as thrown about the fish)
G293
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀμφίβληστρον
Phoneticam-fib'-lace-tron
Transliterationamphíblēstron
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
net. - a (fishing) net (as thrown about the fish)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 4:18 | “And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.” Word: ἀμφίβληστρον (amphíblēstron) | |
| Mark 1:16 | “Now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.” Word: ἀμφίβληστρον (amphíblēstron) |