Greek Word Study

The meaning of ὗς

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

Definition

apparently a primary word sow. - a hog ("swine")

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ὗς

Phonetichoos
Transliterationhŷs
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

apparently a primary word sow. - a hog ("swine")

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Peter 2:22

But it is happened unto them according to the true proverb, The dog is turned to his own vomit again; and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire.

Word: ὗς (hŷs)

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