Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φέγγος”
Understanding phéngos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably akin to the base of φῶς (compare φθέγγομαι) light. - brilliancy
G5338
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φέγγος
Phoneticfeng'-gos
Transliterationphéngos
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably akin to the base of φῶς (compare φθέγγομαι) light. - brilliancy
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 24:29 | “Immediately after the tribulation of those days shall the sun be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens shall be shaken:” Word: φέγγος (phéngos) | |
| Mark 13:24 | “But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light,” Word: φέγγος (phéngos) | |
| Luke 11:33 | “No man, when he hath lighted a candle, putteth it in a secret place, neither under a bushel, but on a candlestick, that they which come in may see the light.” Word: φέγγος (phéngos) |