Fifty in the Bible | πεντήκοντα (Greek: Pentekonta) | (Number)

Etymology and Semantic Analysis The English word ‘fifty’ is derived from the Old English ‘fīftig’, which is a compound of ‘fīf’ (five) and ‘tig’ (a group of ten). In the Biblical context, the Greek word ‘πεντήκοντα’ (pentekonta) is often used, signifying the numeral fifty. This word is found in various places within the New Testament. […]

Gospel of John Translation

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The Gospel According to Saint John 1:1 At the commencement was the Word, and the Word existed alongside God, and the Word was indeed divine. 1:2 This very Word was present with God at the commencement. 1:3 Through Him, all things came into existence; and apart from Him, nothing that exists came to be. 1:4 […]

Biblical meaning of quench | σβέννυμι (Greek) | Verb

Definition The word “quench” in English translations of the Bible is used primarily in a figurative sense, meaning to extinguish or suppress. It is often associated with subduing or diminishing spiritual, emotional, or physical states or elements. Various Translations In the King James Version, “quench” often retains the original sense of extinguishing or suppressing. Modern […]