Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φωλεός”
Understanding phōleós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain derivative hole. - a burrow or lurking-place
G5454
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φωλεός
Phoneticfo-leh-os'
Transliterationphōleós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain derivative hole. - a burrow or lurking-place
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 8:20 | “And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.” Word: φωλεός (phōleós) | |
| Luke 9:58 | “And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay his head.” Word: φωλεός (phōleós) |