Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πυκνός”
Understanding pyknós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
often(-er). - clasped (thick), i.e. (figuratively) frequent - neuter plural (as adverb) frequently
G4437
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πυκνός
Phoneticpook-nos'
Transliterationpyknós
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
often(-er). - clasped (thick), i.e. (figuratively) frequent - neuter plural (as adverb) frequently
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 5:33 | “And they said unto him, Why do the disciples of John fast often, and make prayers, and likewise the disciples of the Pharisees; but thine eat and drink?” Word: πυκνός (pyknós) | |
| Acts 24:26 | “He hoped also that money should have been given him of Paul, that he might loose him: wherefore he sent for him the oftener, and communed with him.” Word: πυκνός (pyknós) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:23 | “Drink no longer water, but use a little wine for thy stomach’s sake and thine often infirmities.” Word: πυκνός (pyknós) |