The meaning of “ποτήριον”
Understanding potḗrion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter of a derivative of the alternate of πίνω cup. - a drinking-vessel - by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cu...
ποτήριον
neuter of a derivative of the alternate of πίνω cup. - a drinking-vessel - by extension, the contents thereof, i.e. a cupful (draught) - figuratively, a lot or fate
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:26 | “Thou blind Pharisee, cleanse first that which is within the cup and platter, that the outside of them may be clean also.” Word: ποτήριον (potḗrion) | |
| Mark 10:38 | “But Jesus said unto them, Ye know not what ye ask: can ye drink of the cup that I drink of? and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?” Word: ποτήριον (potḗrion) | |
| Luke 22:20 | “Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.” Word: ποτήριον (potḗrion) | |
| John 18:11 | “Then said Jesus unto Peter, Put up thy sword into the sheath: the cup which my Father hath given me, shall I not drink it?” Word: ποτήριον (potḗrion) | |
| 1 Corinthians 11:26 | “For as often as ye eat this bread, and drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord’s death till he come.” Word: ποτήριον (potḗrion) |