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λέντιον G3012
G3012 is the Greek word λέντιον, transliterated léntion. The King James Version most often renders it towel.
What it means
a "linen" cloth, i.e. apron.
Where it comes from
of Latin origin.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: towel.
Verses using λέντιον
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
John 13:4 · KJV
He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.
John 13:5 · KJV
After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded.
Common questions
What does Strong's G3012 mean?
G3012 is the Greek word λέντιον (léntion), meaning a "linen" cloth, i.e. apron.
How is G3012 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it towel (2 times).
How many times does G3012 appear in the Bible?
λέντιον (léntion) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G3012 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: of Latin origin.
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