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λόγχη G3057
G3057 is the Greek word λόγχη, transliterated lónchē. The King James Version most often renders it spear.
Word: λόγχηTransliteration: lónchēLanguage: GreekIn the KJV: 1 verse
What it means
a "lance".
Where it comes from
perhaps a primary word.
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
spear 1×
Strong's own list of renderings: spear.
Verses using λόγχη
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
John 19:34 · KJV
But one of the soldiers with a spear pierced his side, and forthwith came there out blood and water.
Common questions
What does Strong's G3057 mean?
G3057 is the Greek word λόγχη (lónchē), meaning a "lance".
How is G3057 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it spear (1 time).
How many times does G3057 appear in the Bible?
λόγχη (lónchē) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G3057 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: perhaps a primary word.
Nearby entries
G3054 · λογομαχέω — to be disputatious (on trifles)G3055 · λογομαχία — disputation about trifles ("logomachy")G3056 · λόγος — something said (including the thought); by…G3058 · λοιδορέω — to reproach, i.e. vilifyG3059 · λοιδορία — slander or vituperationG3060 · λοίδορος — abusive, i.e. a blackguard
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