Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὀπή”
Understanding opḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably from ὀπτάνομαι cave, place. - a hole (as if for light), i.e. cavern - by analogy, a spring (of water)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὀπή
Phoneticop-ay'
Transliterationopḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably from ὀπτάνομαι cave, place. - a hole (as if for light), i.e. cavern - by analogy, a spring (of water)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 11:38 | “(Of whom the world was not worthy:) they wandered in deserts, and in mountains, and in dens and caves of the earth.” Word: ὀπή (opḗ) | |
| James 3:11 | “Doth a fountain send forth at the same place sweet water and bitter?” Word: ὀπή (opḗ) |