Greek Word Study

The meaning of στίλβω

Understanding stílbō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

apparently a primary verb shining. - to gleam, i.e. flash intensely

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στίλβω

Phoneticstil'-bo
Transliterationstílbō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

apparently a primary verb shining. - to gleam, i.e. flash intensely

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Mark 9:3

And his raiment became shining, exceeding white as snow; so as no fuller on earth can white them.

Word: στίλβω (stílbō)

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