ὀστράκινος

ostrákinos

Number

G3749

Language

Greek

Original word

ὀστράκινος

Transliteration

ostrákinos

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

earthen-ware, i.e. clayey; by implication, frail

KJV: of earth, earthen

Root / derivation: from ("oyster") (a tile, i.e. terra cotta);

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ὀστράκινος across 2 verses.

earth1×

earthen1×

2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

2 Corinthians1 verse

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

2 Timothy1 verse

But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour.

What does Strong's G3749 (ostrákinos) mean?

earthen-ware, i.e. clayey; by implication, frail

How many times does G3749 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G3749 (ὀστράκινος) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “earth.”

How is ostrákinos translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G3749 is rendered as “earth” (1×), “earthen” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ὀστράκινος come from?

from ("oyster") (a tile, i.e. terra cotta);