Greek Word Study

The meaning of ὦμος

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

Definition

shoulder. - the shoulder (as that on which burdens are borne)

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ὦμος

Phonetico'-mos
Transliterationōmos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

shoulder. - the shoulder (as that on which burdens are borne)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 23:4

For they bind heavy burdens and grievous to be borne, and lay them on men’s shoulders; but they themselves will not move them with one of their fingers.

Word: ὦμος (ōmos)
Luke 15:5

And when he hath found it, he layeth it on his shoulders, rejoicing.

Word: ὦμος (ōmos)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
Book Distribution

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