Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἁφή”
Understanding haphḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
joint. - probably a ligament (as fastening)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἁφή
Phonetichaf-ay'
Transliterationhaphḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
joint. - probably a ligament (as fastening)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesians 4:16 | “From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.” Word: ἁφή (haphḗ) | |
| Colossians 2:19 | “And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministered, and knit together, increaseth with the increase of God.” Word: ἁφή (haphḗ) |