Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὕαλος”
Understanding hýalos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
glass.
G5194
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὕαλος
Phonetichoo'-al-os
Transliterationhýalos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
glass.
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Revelation 21:18 | “And the building of the wall of it was of jasper: and the city was pure gold, like unto clear glass.” Word: ὕαλος (hýalos) | |
| Revelation 21:21 | “And the twelve gates were twelve pearls; every several gate was of one pearl: and the street of the city was pure gold, as it were transparent glass.” Word: ὕαλος (hýalos) |