The meaning of “ταῦρος”
Understanding taûros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
apparently a primary word (compare תּוֹר, "steer") bull, ox. - a bullock
ταῦρος
apparently a primary word (compare תּוֹר, "steer") bull, ox. - a bullock
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 22:4 | “Again, he sent forth other servants, saying, Tell them which are bidden, Behold, I have prepared my dinner: my oxen and my fatlings are killed, and all things are ready: come unto the marriage.” Word: ταῦρος (taûros) | |
| Acts 14:13 | “Then the priest of Jupiter, which was before their city, brought oxen and garlands unto the gates, and would have done sacrifice with the people.” Word: ταῦρος (taûros) | |
| Hebrews 9:13 | “For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh:” Word: ταῦρος (taûros) | |
| Hebrews 10:4 | “For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.” Word: ταῦρος (taûros) |