πτωχεία

ptōcheiaNoun (Feminine)G4432

poverty

From: from G4433 (πτωχεύω);

Short Definition

beggary, i.e. indigence (literally or figuratively)

Full Lexicon Entry

beggary, destitution.
LXX Usage: chiefly for עֳנִי

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Feminine)

Morphology G:N-F

DescriptionGreek Noun, Feminine

Occurrences

3 times

Appears 3 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Corinthians
2
Revelation
1

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 8:2
  • 2 Corinthians 8:9
  • Revelation 2:9

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