Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μνημόσυνον”
Understanding mnēmósynon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
memorial. - a reminder (memorandum), i.e. record
G3422
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μνημόσυνον
Phoneticmnay-mos'-oo-non
Transliterationmnēmósynon
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
memorial. - a reminder (memorandum), i.e. record
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:13 | “Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached in the whole world, there shall also this, that this woman hath done, be told for a memorial of her.” Word: μνημόσυνον (mnēmósynon) | |
| Mark 14:9 | “Verily I say unto you, Wheresoever this gospel shall be preached throughout the whole world, this also that she hath done shall be spoken of for a memorial of her.” Word: μνημόσυνον (mnēmósynon) | |
| Acts 10:4 | “And when he looked on him, he was afraid, and said, What is it, Lord? And he said unto him, Thy prayers and thine alms are come up for a memorial before God.” Word: μνημόσυνον (mnēmósynon) |