ποίμνιον

poimnionNoun (Neuter)G4168

flock

From: neuter of a presumed derivative of G4167 (ποίμνη);

Short Definition

a flock, i.e. (figuratively) group (of believers)

Full Lexicon Entry

ποίμνιον, -ου, τό, = ποίμνη, which see a flock, prop., of sheep. Metaphorical, of Christians: θεοῦ.
LXX Usage: chiefly for צֹאן, also for עֵדֶר, etc.

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Neuter)

Morphology G:N-N

DescriptionGreek Noun, Neuter

Occurrences

5 times

Appears 5 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

1 Peter
2
Acts
2
Luke
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 5:2
  • 1 Peter 5:3
  • Acts 20:28
  • Acts 20:29
  • Luke 12:32

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