Greek Word Study
The meaning of “οἴκημα”
Understanding oíkēma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
prison. - a tenement, i.e. (specially), a jail
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
οἴκημα
Phoneticoy'-kay-mah
Transliterationoíkēma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
prison. - a tenement, i.e. (specially), a jail
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 12:7 | “And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon him, and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from his hands.” Word: οἴκημα (oíkēma) |