The meaning of “παγίς”
Understanding pagís reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
snare. - a trap (as fastened by a noose or notch) - figuratively, a trick or statagem (temptation)
παγίς
snare. - a trap (as fastened by a noose or notch) - figuratively, a trick or statagem (temptation)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 21:35 | “For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth.” Word: παγίς (pagís) | |
| 1 Timothy 3:7 | “Moreover he must have a good report of them which are without; lest he fall into reproach and the snare of the devil.” Word: παγίς (pagís) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:9 | “But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.” Word: παγίς (pagís) | |
| 2 Timothy 2:26 | “And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will. ” Word: παγίς (pagís) |