Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πτῶσις”
Understanding ptōsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fall. - a crash, i.e. downfall (literally or figuratively)
G4431
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πτῶσις
Phoneticpto'-sis
Transliterationptōsis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fall. - a crash, i.e. downfall (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 7:27 | “And the rain descended, and the floods came, and the winds blew, and beat upon that house; and it fell: and great was the fall of it.” Word: πτῶσις (ptōsis) | |
| Luke 2:34 | “And Simeon blessed them, and said unto Mary his mother, Behold, this child is set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel; and for a sign which shall be spoken against;” Word: πτῶσις (ptōsis) |