Strong’s G0860

ἁφή

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

haphé

Pronunciation

hah-FAY

Definition

Touch, contact

Meaning

a band, fastening (hence, possibly: a ligament), joint.

Usage

In the New Testament, "haphé" refers to the act of touching or contact. It is often used in contexts where physical touch is significant, either in a literal or metaphorical sense. The term can imply a connection or interaction that goes beyond mere physical contact, often carrying spiritual or symbolic connotations.

Bible references

Ephesians 4:16;Colossians 2:19