ἑρπετόν

herpetonNoun (Neuter)G2062

reptile

From: neuter of a derivative of (to creep);

Short Definition

a reptile, i.e. (by Hebraism (compare H07431)) a small animal

Full Lexicon Entry

a creeping thing, reptile: .
LXX Usage: chiefly for רֶמֶשׂ, שֶׁרֶץ

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
James
1
Romans
1

Key Passages

  • Acts 10:12
  • Acts 11:6
  • James 3:7
  • Romans 1:23

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