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The meaning of χλαμύς

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

Definition

of uncertain derivation robe. - a military cloak

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χλαμύς

Phonetickhlam-ooce'
Transliterationchlamýs
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of uncertain derivation robe. - a military cloak

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 27:28

And they stripped him, and put on him a scarlet robe.

Word: χλαμύς (chlamýs)
Matthew 27:31

And after that they had mocked him, they took the robe off from him, and put his own raiment on him, and led him away to crucify him.

Word: χλαμύς (chlamýs)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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