Greek Word Study
The meaning of “στεναγμός”
Understanding stenagmós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
groaning. - a sigh
G4726
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
στεναγμός
Phoneticsten-ag-mos'
Transliterationstenagmós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
groaning. - a sigh
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 7:34 | “I have seen, I have seen the affliction of my people which is in Egypt, and I have heard their groaning, and am come down to deliver them. And now come, I will send thee into Egypt.” Word: στεναγμός (stenagmós) | |
| Romans 8:26 | “Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.” Word: στεναγμός (stenagmós) |