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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

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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
ReferenceText
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)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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