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The meaning of φυγή

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

Definition

flight. - a fleeing, i.e. escape

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φυγή

Phoneticfoog-ay'
Transliterationphygḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

flight. - a fleeing, i.e. escape

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 24:20

But pray ye that your flight be not in the winter, neither on the sabbath day:

Word: φυγή (phygḗ)
Mark 13:18

And pray ye that your flight be not in the winter.

Word: φυγή (phygḗ)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
Book Distribution

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