The meaning of “στολή”
Understanding stolḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
long clothing (garment), (long) robe. - equipment, i.e. (specially), a "stole" or long-fitting gown (as a mark of dignit...
στολή
long clothing (garment), (long) robe. - equipment, i.e. (specially), a "stole" or long-fitting gown (as a mark of dignity)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 16:5 | “And entering into the sepulchre, they saw a young man sitting on the right side, clothed in a long white garment; and they were affrighted.” Word: στολή (stolḗ) | |
| Luke 20:46 | “Beware of the scribes, which desire to walk in long robes, and love greetings in the markets, and the highest seats in the synagogues, and the chief rooms at feasts;” Word: στολή (stolḗ) | |
| Revelation 7:13 | “And one of the elders answered, saying unto me, What are these which are arrayed in white robes? and whence came they?” Word: στολή (stolḗ) |