Strong’s G0740

ἄρτος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

artos

Pronunciation

AR-tos

Definition

Bread

Meaning

bread, a loaf, food.

Usage

In the New Testament, "artos" primarily refers to bread, a staple food in the ancient Mediterranean diet. It is used both literally, to describe physical bread, and metaphorically, to signify spiritual nourishment and sustenance. Bread is often associated with life and provision, symbolizing God's care and the sustenance He provides.

Bible references

Matthew 4:3;Matthew 4:4;Matthew 6:11;Matthew 7:9;Matthew 12:4;Matthew 14:17;Matthew 14:19;Matthew 14:19;Matthew 15:2;Matthew 15:26;Matthew 15:33;Matthew 15:34;Matthew 15:36;Matthew 16:5;Matthew 16:7;Matthew 16:8;Matthew 16:9;Matthew 16:10;Matthew 16:11;Matthew 16:12;Matthew 26:26;Mark 2:26;Mark 3:20;Mark 6:8;Mark 6:37