σημεῖον

sēmeionNoun (Neuter)G4592

sign

From: neuter of a presumed derivative of the base of G4591 (σημαίνω);

Short Definition

an indication, especially ceremonially or supernaturally

Full Lexicon Entry

a sign, mark, token; (a) of that which distinguishes a person or thing from others: before genitive epexeg. ; (b) a sign of warning or admonition: (with) a sign portending future events (Soph., Plat.): (d) of miracles and wonders, regarded as signs of a divine authority: pl.,; the same ascribed to false teachers and demons: σ. *καὶ τέρατα *(τ. καὶ σ.; cf. Tr., Syn., § xci),; καὶ δυνάμεις,; σ. καὶ δυνάμεις; δ. καὶ καὶ σ.; σ. διδόναι.
LXX Usage: chiefly for אוֹת

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Neuter)

Morphology G:N-N

DescriptionGreek Noun, Neuter

Occurrences

69 times

Appears 69 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

John
17
Acts
13
Luke
9
Matthew
9
Revelation
7

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 1:22
  • Acts 5:12
  • John 20:30
  • Luke 2:12
  • Matthew 24:30

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