Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Σιλωάμ”
Understanding Silōám reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of Hebrew origin (שִׁלֹחַ) Siloam. - Siloam (i.e. Shiloach), a pool of Jerusalem
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Σιλωάμ
Phoneticsil-o-am'
TransliterationSilōám
Grammar Code
N:N--L
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of Hebrew origin (שִׁלֹחַ) Siloam. - Siloam (i.e. Shiloach), a pool of Jerusalem
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 13:4 | “Or those eighteen, upon whom the tower in Siloam fell, and slew them, think ye that they were sinners above all men that dwelt in Jerusalem?” Word: Σιλωάμ (Silōám) | |
| John 9:7 | “And said unto him, Go, wash in the pool of Siloam, (which is by interpretation, Sent.) He went his way therefore, and washed, and came seeing.” Word: Σιλωάμ (Silōám) | |
| John 9:11 | “He answered and said, A man that is called Jesus made clay, and anointed mine eyes, and said unto me, Go to the pool of Siloam, and wash: and I went and washed, and I received sight.” Word: Σιλωάμ (Silōám) |