Greek Word Study
The meaning of “λιβανωτός”
Understanding libanōtós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
censer. - frankincense, i.e. (by extension) a censer for burning it
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
λιβανωτός
Phoneticlib-an-o-tos'
Transliterationlibanōtós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
censer. - frankincense, i.e. (by extension) a censer for burning it
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Revelation 8:3 | “And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne.” Word: λιβανωτός (libanōtós) | |
| Revelation 8:5 | “And the angel took the censer, and filled it with fire of the altar, and cast it into the earth: and there were voices, and thunderings, and lightnings, and an earthquake.” Word: λιβανωτός (libanōtós) |