The meaning of “μάστιξ”
Understanding mástix reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
probably from the base of μασσάομαι (through the idea of contact) plague, scourging. - a whip (literally, the Roman flag...
μάστιξ
probably from the base of μασσάομαι (through the idea of contact) plague, scourging. - a whip (literally, the Roman flagellum for criminals - figuratively, a disease)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 5:29 | “And straightway the fountain of her blood was dried up; and she felt in her body that she was healed of that plague.” Word: μάστιξ (mástix) | |
| Luke 7:21 | “And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight.” Word: μάστιξ (mástix) | |
| Acts 22:24 | “The chief captain commanded him to be brought into the castle, and bade that he should be examined by scourging; that he might know wherefore they cried so against him.” Word: μάστιξ (mástix) | |
| Hebrews 11:36 | “And others had trial of cruel mockings and scourgings, yea, moreover of bonds and imprisonment:” Word: μάστιξ (mástix) |