Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σάρδιος”
Understanding sárdios reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
properly, an adjective from an uncertain base sardius. - sardian (3037 being implied), i.e. (as noun) the gem so called
G4556
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σάρδιος
Phoneticsar'-dee-os
Transliterationsárdios
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
properly, an adjective from an uncertain base sardius. - sardian (3037 being implied), i.e. (as noun) the gem so called
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Revelation 21:20 | “The fifth, sardonyx; the sixth, sardius; the seventh, chrysolite; the eighth, beryl; the ninth, a topaz; the tenth, a chrysoprasus; the eleventh, a jacinth; the twelfth, an amethyst.” Word: σάρδιος (sárdios) |