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The meaning of Ὑμεναῖος

Understanding Hymenaîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

Hymenæus. - "hymenæal" - Hymenæus, an opponent of Christianity

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Ὑμεναῖος

Phonetichoo-men-ah'-yos
TransliterationHymenaîos
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Hymenæus. - "hymenæal" - Hymenæus, an opponent of Christianity

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Timothy 1:20

Of whom is Hymeneus and Alexander; whom I have delivered unto Satan, that they may learn not to blaspheme.

Word: Ὑμεναῖος (Hymenaîos)
2 Timothy 2:17

And their word will eat as doth a canker: of whom is Hymeneus and Philetus;

Word: Ὑμεναῖος (Hymenaîos)

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1 Timothy
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