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βύσσος G1040
G1040 is the Greek word βύσσος, transliterated býssos. The King James Version most often renders it fine linen.
What it means
white linen.
Where it comes from
of Hebrew origin (H0948).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: fine linen.
Verses using βύσσος
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
Luke 16:19 · KJV
There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day:
Revelation 18:12 · KJV
The merchandise of gold, and silver, and precious stones, and of pearls, and fine linen, and purple, and silk, and scarlet, and all thyine wood, and all manner vessels of ivory, and all manner vessels of most precious wood, and of brass, and iron, and marble,
Common questions
What does Strong's G1040 mean?
G1040 is the Greek word βύσσος (býssos), meaning white linen.
How is G1040 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it fine linen (2 times).
How many times does G1040 appear in the Bible?
βύσσος (býssos) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1040 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of Hebrew origin (H0948).
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