Greek Word Study
The meaning of “τάφος”
Understanding táphos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
masculine from θάπτω sepulchre, tomb. - a grave (the place of interment)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
τάφος
Phonetictaf'-os
Transliterationtáphos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
masculine from θάπτω sepulchre, tomb. - a grave (the place of interment)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
7 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:64 | “Command therefore that the sepulchre be made sure until the third day, lest his disciples come by night, and steal him away, and say unto the people, He is risen from the dead: so the last error shall be worse than the first.” Word: τάφος (táphos) | |
| Romans 3:13 | “Their throat is an open sepulchre; with their tongues they have used deceit; the poison of asps is under their lips:” Word: τάφος (táphos) |