Greek Word Study

The meaning of νήθω

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

Definition

spin. - to spin

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νήθω

Phoneticnay'-tho
Transliterationnḗthō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

spin. - to spin

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 6:28

And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:

Word: νήθω (nḗthō)
Luke 12:27

Consider the lilies how they grow: they toil not, they spin not; and yet I say unto you, that Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these.

Word: νήθω (nḗthō)

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Total Occurrences
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Matthew
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