The meaning of “τράχηλος”
Understanding tráchēlos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
probably from τρέχω (through the idea of mobility) neck. - the throat (neck), i.e. (figuratively) life
τράχηλος
probably from τρέχω (through the idea of mobility) neck. - the throat (neck), i.e. (figuratively) life
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 18:6 | “But whoso shall offend one of these little ones which believe in me, it were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and that he were drowned in the depth of the sea.” Word: τράχηλος (tráchēlos) | |
| Mark 9:42 | “And whosoever shall offend one of these little ones that believe in me, it is better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he were cast into the sea.” Word: τράχηλος (tráchēlos) | |
| Luke 17:2 | “It were better for him that a millstone were hanged about his neck, and he cast into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.” Word: τράχηλος (tráchēlos) | |
| Acts 20:37 | “And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul’s neck, and kissed him,” Word: τράχηλος (tráchēlos) | |
| Romans 16:4 | “Who have for my life laid down their own necks: unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles.” Word: τράχηλος (tráchēlos) |