The meaning of “ποίμνιον”
Understanding poímnion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter of a presumed derivative of ποίμνη flock. - a flock, i.e. (figuratively) group (of believers)
ποίμνιον
neuter of a presumed derivative of ποίμνη flock. - a flock, i.e. (figuratively) group (of believers)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 12:32 | “Fear not, little flock; for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom.” Word: ποίμνιον (poímnion) | |
| Acts 20:28 | “Take heed therefore unto yourselves, and to all the flock, over the which the Holy Ghost hath made you overseers, to feed the church of God, which he hath purchased with his own blood.” Word: ποίμνιον (poímnion) | |
| Acts 20:29 | “For I know this, that after my departing shall grievous wolves enter in among you, not sparing the flock.” Word: ποίμνιον (poímnion) | |
| 1 Peter 5:2 | “Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;” Word: ποίμνιον (poímnion) | |
| 1 Peter 5:3 | “Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.” Word: ποίμνιον (poímnion) |