ἁρπαγμός
harpagmos
something to grasp
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ἁρπαγμός (harpagmos) is given the short definition "something to grasp." This suggests that it refers to an object or instrument that enables someone to hold or seize something. The only biblical occurrence of this word implies it may refer to a medical or physical context. Given its semantic domain, it can be associated with aspects of the human body or health. The significance of this word lies in its literal meaning, providing insight into the physical tool or device used to manage or interact with bodily elements.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text