Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀστραπή”
Understanding astrapḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
lightning, bright shining. - lightning - by analogy, glare
G796
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀστραπή
Phoneticas-trap-ay'
Transliterationastrapḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
lightning, bright shining. - lightning - by analogy, glare
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
9 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 28:3 | “His countenance was like lightning, and his raiment white as snow:” Word: ἀστραπή (astrapḗ) | |
| Luke 11:36 | “If thy whole body therefore be full of light, having no part dark, the whole shall be full of light, as when the bright shining of a candle doth give thee light.” Word: ἀστραπή (astrapḗ) | |
| Revelation 11:19 | “And the temple of God was opened in heaven, and there was seen in his temple the ark of his testament: and there were lightnings, and voices, and thunderings, and an earthquake, and great hail. ” Word: ἀστραπή (astrapḗ) |