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The meaning of ἄγκιστρον

Understanding ánkistron reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

hook. - a hook (as bent)

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ἄγκιστρον

Phoneticang'-kis-tron
Transliterationánkistron
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

hook. - a hook (as bent)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 17:27

Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast an hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and when thou hast opened his mouth, thou shalt find a piece of money: that take, and give unto them for me and thee.

Word: ἄγκιστρον (ánkistron)

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