The meaning of “ὀστέον”
Understanding ostéon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of uncertain affinity bone. - a bone
ὀστέον
of uncertain affinity bone. - a bone
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:27 | “Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye are like unto whited sepulchres, which indeed appear beautiful outward, but are within full of dead men’s bones, and of all uncleanness.” Word: ὀστέον (ostéon) | |
| Luke 24:39 | “Behold my hands and my feet, that it is I myself: handle me, and see; for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have.” Word: ὀστέον (ostéon) | |
| John 19:36 | “For these things were done, that the scripture should be fulfilled, A bone of him shall not be broken.” Word: ὀστέον (ostéon) | |
| Ephesians 5:30 | “For we are members of his body, of his flesh, and of his bones.” Word: ὀστέον (ostéon) | |
| Hebrews 11:22 | “By faith Joseph, when he died, made mention of the departing of the children of Israel; and gave commandment concerning his bones.” Word: ὀστέον (ostéon) |