λαμπρός
lampros
shining
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word λαμπρός (lampros) is defined as "shining." This adjective is used nine times in the Bible to describe various aspects of light and radiance. In its range of usage, λαμπρός is applied to describe physical light, such as the sun (Matthew 17:2) and the moon (Matthew 24:29). It is also used metaphorically to describe spiritual light, such as the glory of God (Luke 2:9) and the shining of a person's countenance (Matthew 17:2). The significance of λαμπρός lies in its association with divine presence and glory. When used to describe physical light, it highlights the awe-inspiring power of creation. When used metaphorically, it emphasizes the transcendent nature of God's presence and the radiance of the divine.
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Occurrences in Scripture
9 total occurrences across the text
Herod with his soldiers humiliated him and mocked him. Dressing him in luxurious clothing, they sent him back to Pilate.
Acts 10:30Cornelius said, “Four days ago, I was fasting until this hour, and at the ninth hour, I prayed in my house, and behold, a man stood before me in bright clothing,
Revelation 15:6The seven angels who had the seven plagues came out, clothed with pure, bright linen, and wearing golden sashes around their breasts.
James 2:2For if a man with a gold ring, in fine clothing, comes into your synagogue, and a poor man in filthy clothing also comes in,
James 2:3and you pay special attention to him who wears the fine clothing and say, “Sit here in a good place;” and you tell the poor man, “Stand there,” or “Sit by my footstool”
Revelation 18:14The fruits which your soul lusted after have been lost to you. All things that were dainty and sumptuous have perished from you, and you will find them no more at all.
Revelation 19:8It was given to her that she would array herself in bright, pure, fine linen: for the fine linen is the righteous acts of the saints.
Revelation 22:1He showed me a river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb,
Revelation 22:16I, Jesus, have sent my angel to testify these things to you for the assemblies. I am the root and the offspring of David, the Bright and Morning Star.”