Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ψιχίον”
Understanding psichíon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
diminutive from a derivative of the base of ψάλλω (meaning a crumb) crumb. - a little bit or morsel
G5589
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ψιχίον
Phoneticpsikh-ee'-on
Transliterationpsichíon
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
diminutive from a derivative of the base of ψάλλω (meaning a crumb) crumb. - a little bit or morsel
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 15:27 | “And she said, Truth, Lord: yet the dogs eat of the crumbs which fall from their masters’ table.” Word: ψιχίον (psichíon) | |
| Mark 7:28 | “And she answered and said unto him, Yes, Lord: yet the dogs under the table eat of the children’s crumbs.” Word: ψιχίον (psichíon) | |
| Luke 16:21 | “And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich man’s table: moreover the dogs came and licked his sores.” Word: ψιχίον (psichíon) |