Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πορφυροῦς”
Understanding porphyroûs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
purple. - purpureal, i.e. bluish red
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πορφυροῦς
Phoneticpor-foo-rooce'
Transliterationporphyroûs
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
purple. - purpureal, i.e. bluish red
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 19:2 | “And the soldiers platted a crown of thorns, and put it on his head, and they put on him a purple robe,” Word: πορφυροῦς (porphyroûs) | |
| John 19:5 | “Then came Jesus forth, wearing the crown of thorns, and the purple robe. And Pilate saith unto them, Behold the man!” Word: πορφυροῦς (porphyroûs) | |
| Revelation 18:16 | “And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls!” Word: πορφυροῦς (porphyroûs) |