Strong's G1039 · Greek
βύσσινος
býssinos
Definition
made of linen (neuter a linen cloth)
KJV: fine linen
Root / derivation: from G1040 (βύσσος);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered βύσσινος across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Revelation3 verses
And saying, Alas, alas, that great city, that was clothed in fine linen, and purple, and scarlet, and decked with gold, and precious stones, and pearls!
Revelation 19:8And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.
Revelation 19:14And the armies which were in heaven followed him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G1039 (býssinos) mean?
made of linen (neuter a linen cloth)
How many times does G1039 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G1039 (βύσσινος) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “linen.”
How is býssinos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G1039 is rendered as “linen” (4×).
Where does the Greek word βύσσινος come from?
from G1040 (βύσσος);