Greek · G2438 · unreviewed

ἱμάς

Leather strap

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ἱμάς G2438
Pronunciation himás

What does ἱμάς (himás) mean in the Bible?

ἱμάς (himás) is a Greek word meaning "leather strap". ἱμάς, -άντος, ὁ [in LXX: Isa.

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Meaning

leather strap
Extended definition

a thong, strap: for binding prisoners (Ma, Sir, ll. with), Act.22:25; for fastening sandals, Mk, Luk.3:16, Jhn.1:27.

Source: STEPBible TBESG + Abbott-Smith
Grammatical Forms

How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.

Dative · Plural · Masculine Acts 22:25
Accusative · Singular · Masculine Mark 1:7 · Luke 3:16 · John 1:27
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