Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σκόλοψ”
Understanding skólops reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
thorn. - withered at the front, i.e. a point or prickle (figuratively, a bodily annoyance or disability)
G4647
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σκόλοψ
Phoneticskol'-ops
Transliterationskólops
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
thorn. - withered at the front, i.e. a point or prickle (figuratively, a bodily annoyance or disability)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 12:7 | “And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure.” Word: σκόλοψ (skólops) |