Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σύρτις”
Understanding sýrtis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
quicksands. - a shoal (from the sand drawn thither by the waves), i.e. the Syrtis Major or great bay on the north coast ...
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σύρτις
Phoneticsoor'-tis
Transliterationsýrtis
Grammar Code
N:N-F-L
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
quicksands. - a shoal (from the sand drawn thither by the waves), i.e. the Syrtis Major or great bay on the north coast of Africa
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 27:17 | “Which when they had taken up, they used helps, undergirding the ship; and, fearing lest they should fall into the quicksands, strake sail, and so were driven.” Word: σύρτις (sýrtis) |