σκάνδαλον

skandalonNoun (Neuter)G4625

stumbling block

From: ("scandal"); probably from a derivative of G2578 (κάμπτω);

Short Definition

a trap-stick (bent sapling), i.e. snare (figuratively, cause of displeasure or sin)

Full Lexicon Entry

prop., the bait-stick of a trap, a snare, stumbling-block : figuratively, (; aliter in LXX; *στερεὸν σκανδάλου *in Aq.). Metaphorical, of that which causes error or sin; (a) of persons: Χριστὸς ἐσταυρωμένος; (b) of things: " (LXX) ; τὸ σ. τοῦ σταυροῦ; pl.
Synonyms
πρόσκομμα
LXX Usage: chiefly for מוֹקֵשׁ, מִכְשׁוֹל

Grammar

Part of Speech Noun (Neuter)

Morphology G:N-N

DescriptionGreek Noun, Neuter

Occurrences

13 times

Appears 13 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Romans
4
Matthew
3
1 Corinthians
1
1 John
1
1 Peter
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Corinthians 1:23
  • 1 Peter 2:8
  • Luke 17:1
  • Matthew 16:23
  • Revelation 2:14

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