Greek Word Study
The meaning of “νυμφών”
Understanding nymphṓn reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
bridechamber. - the bridal room
G3567
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
νυμφών
Phoneticnoom-fohn'
Transliterationnymphṓn
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
bridechamber. - the bridal room
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 9:15 | “And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber mourn, as long as the bridegroom is with them? but the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken from them, and then shall they fast.” Word: νυμφών (nymphṓn) | |
| Mark 2:19 | “And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? as long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast.” Word: νυμφών (nymphṓn) | |
| Luke 5:34 | “And he said unto them, Can ye make the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them?” Word: νυμφών (nymphṓn) |