Greek Word Study

The meaning of ὀδύνη

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

Definition

sorrow. - grief (as dejecting)

Explore Romans Quizzes

Test your knowledge of the book where this word appears most

Explore

Full Lexicon Index

Browse all Greek word studies

Browse
G3601
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

ὀδύνη

Phoneticod-oo'-nay
Transliterationodýnē
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

sorrow. - grief (as dejecting)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Romans 9:2

That I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart.

Word: ὀδύνη (odýnē)
1 Timothy 6:10

For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

Word: ὀδύνη (odýnē)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Romans
Book Distribution

Related Resources