Strong's G2985 · Greek
λαμπάς
lampás
Definition
a "lamp" or flambeau
KJV: lamp, light, torch
Root / derivation: from G2989 (λάμπω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered λαμπάς across 9 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
9 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew5 verses
Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom.
Matthew 25:3They that were foolish took their lamps, and took no oil with them:
Matthew 25:4But the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.
Matthew 25:7Then all those virgins arose, and trimmed their lamps.
Matthew 25:8And the foolish said unto the wise, Give us of your oil; for our lamps are gone out.
Acts1 verse
Revelation2 verses
And out of the throne proceeded lightnings and thunderings and voices: and there were seven lamps of fire burning before the throne, which are the seven Spirits of God.
Revelation 8:10And the third angel sounded, and there fell a great star from heaven, burning as it were a lamp, and it fell upon the third part of the rivers, and upon the fountains of waters;
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2985 (lampás) mean?
a "lamp" or flambeau
How many times does G2985 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2985 (λαμπάς) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “lamps.”
How is lampás translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2985 is rendered as “lamps” (6×), “lamp” (1×), “lights” (1×), “torches” (1×).
Where does the Greek word λαμπάς come from?
from G2989 (λάμπω);