Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σαρδόνυξ”
Understanding sardónyx reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sardonyx. - hence the "onyx" stone) - a "sardonyx", i.e. the gem so called
G4557
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σαρδόνυξ
Phoneticsar-don'-oox
Transliterationsardónyx
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sardonyx. - hence the "onyx" stone) - a "sardonyx", i.e. 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: σαρδόνυξ (sardónyx) |