Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μαργαρίτης”
Understanding margarítēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
pearl. - a pearl
G3135
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μαργαρίτης
Phoneticmar-gar-ee'-tace
Transliterationmargarítēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
pearl. - a pearl
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
8 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 13:45 | “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls:” Word: μαργαρίτης (margarítēs) | |
| 1 Timothy 2:9 | “In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array;” Word: μαργαρίτης (margarítēs) | |
| Revelation 18:16 | “And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls!” Word: μαργαρίτης (margarítēs) |