σφαγή
sphagē
slaughter
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word σφαγή (sphagē) is defined as "slaughter." It occurs three times in the Bible, indicating its relatively limited but focused usage. Given its meaning, it is likely used in contexts where violence, death, or brutal treatment are involved. The significance of σφαγή lies in its association with destructive or violent actions. Its use in the Bible may suggest a connection to themes of judgment, punishment, or chaos. However, without further context, it is difficult to pinpoint its exact significance among these themes.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
3 total occurrences across the text
Now the passage of the Scripture which he was reading was this, “He was led as a sheep to the slaughter. As a lamb before his shearer is silent, so he doesn’t open his mouth.
Romans 8:36Even as it is written, “For your sake we are killed all day long. We were accounted as sheep for the slaughter.”
James 5:5You have lived in luxury on the earth, and taken your pleasure. You have nourished your hearts as in a day of slaughter.