Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φθόγγος”
Understanding phthóngos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sound. - utterance, i.e. a musical note (vocal or instrumental)
G5353
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φθόγγος
Phoneticftong'-gos
Transliterationphthóngos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sound. - utterance, i.e. a musical note (vocal or instrumental)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 10:18 | “But I say, Have they not heard? Yes verily, their sound went into all the earth, and their words unto the ends of the world.” Word: φθόγγος (phthóngos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 14:7 | “And even things without life giving sound, whether pipe or harp, except they give a distinction in the sounds, how shall it be known what is piped or harped?” Word: φθόγγος (phthóngos) |