ἀγρός
agros
Field (of blood)
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ἀγρός (agros) is primarily used to describe a field or an area, but in the context of the Bible it specifically refers to a "field of blood" (Short definition). This unique application gives us insight into its significance. Given its occurrence in only one instance in the Bible, it is likely a proper noun in this context, possibly referring to a specific field. The "field of blood" might be a name given to a particular region due to historical or tragic events associated with it. However, without further context, it's impossible to determine the exact nature of this field. The rarity of this word and its singular occurrence underscore its significant, but unknown, narrative function within the Bible. Its use in this specific context allows for its unique interpretation but fails to reveal broader themes or patterns.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text