Greek Word Study
The meaning of “τρυφή”
Understanding tryphḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
delicately, riot. - effeminacy, i.e. luxury or debauchery
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
τρυφή
Phonetictroo-fay'
Transliterationtryphḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
delicately, riot. - effeminacy, i.e. luxury or debauchery
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 7:25 | “But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings’ courts.” Word: τρυφή (tryphḗ) | |
| 2 Peter 2:13 | “And shall receive the reward of unrighteousness, as they that count it pleasure to riot in the day time. Spots they are and blemishes, sporting themselves with their own deceivings while they feast with you;” Word: τρυφή (tryphḗ) |