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The meaning of βασανιστής

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

Definition

tormentor. - a torturer

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βασανιστής

Phoneticbas-an-is-tace'
Transliterationbasanistḗs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

tormentor. - a torturer

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 18:34

And his lord was wroth, and delivered him to the tormentors, till he should pay all that was due unto him.

Word: βασανιστής (basanistḗs)

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Matthew
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