Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πένης”
Understanding pénēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
poor. - starving, i.e. indigent
G3993
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πένης
Phoneticpen'-ace
Transliterationpénēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
poor. - starving, i.e. indigent
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 9:9 | “(As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his righteousness remaineth for ever.” Word: πένης (pénēs) |