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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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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
ReferenceText
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)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
7x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
Book Distribution

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