Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πικρία”
Understanding pikría reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
bitterness. - acridity (especially poison), literally or figuratively
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πικρία
Phoneticpik-ree'-ah
Transliterationpikría
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
bitterness. - acridity (especially poison), literally or figuratively
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 8:23 | “For I perceive that thou art in the gall of bitterness, and in the bond of iniquity.” Word: πικρία (pikría) | |
| Romans 3:14 | “Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness:” Word: πικρία (pikría) | |
| Ephesians 4:31 | “Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:” Word: πικρία (pikría) | |
| Hebrews 12:15 | “Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;” Word: πικρία (pikría) |