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The meaning of λεπτόν

Understanding leptón reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

neuter of a derivative of the same as λεπίς mite. - something scaled (light), i.e. a small coin

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λεπτόν

Phoneticlep-ton'
Transliterationleptón
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

neuter of a derivative of the same as λεπίς mite. - something scaled (light), i.e. a small coin

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

3 total references
ReferenceText
Mark 12:42

And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing.

Word: λεπτόν (leptón)
Luke 12:59

I tell thee, thou shalt not depart thence, till thou hast paid the very last mite.

Word: λεπτόν (leptón)
Luke 21:2

And he saw also a certain poor widow casting in thither two mites.

Word: λεπτόν (leptón)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
3x
Most Frequent Book
Luke
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