ἄστρον

astronNoun (Neuter)G0798

star

From: neuter from G792 (ἀστήρ);

Short Definition

properly, a constellation; put for a single star (natural or artificial)

Full Lexicon Entry

mostly in pl. (as in cl.), the stars: ; (b) in sing. (Xen.), only of some noted star; the symbol or image of a star.
LXX Usage: chiefly for כּוֹכָב

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Neuter)

Morphology G:N-N

DescriptionGreek Noun, Neuter

Occurrences

4 times

Appears 4 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Acts
2
Hebrews
1
Luke
1

Key Passages

  • Acts 27:20
  • Acts 7:43
  • Hebrews 11:12
  • Luke 21:25

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