Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φωστήρ”
Understanding phōstḗr reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
light. - an illuminator, i.e. (concretely) a luminary, or (abstractly) brilliancy
G5458
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φωστήρ
Phoneticfoce-tare'
Transliterationphōstḗr
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
light. - an illuminator, i.e. (concretely) a luminary, or (abstractly) brilliancy
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Philippians 2:15 | “That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;” Word: φωστήρ (phōstḗr) | |
| Revelation 21:11 | “Having the glory of God: and her light was like unto a stone most precious, even like a jasper stone, clear as crystal;” Word: φωστήρ (phōstḗr) |