Greek Word Study

The meaning of μάμμη

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

Definition

of natural origin ("mammy") grandmother. - a grandmother

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μάμμη

Phoneticmam'-may
Transliterationmámmē
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of natural origin ("mammy") grandmother. - a grandmother

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Timothy 1:5

When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.

Word: μάμμη (mámmē)

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Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
2 Timothy
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