Strong’s G0899

βάθος

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

bathos

Pronunciation

BAH-thos

Definition

Depth, deep, profundity

Meaning

depth; deep water; met: fullness, immensity; an extreme degree; profundities, deep-laid plans.

Usage

In the New Testament, "βάθος" (bathos) is used to describe both physical and metaphorical depths. It can refer to the literal depth of the sea or earth, as well as the profoundness of God's wisdom, knowledge, and riches. The term conveys a sense of something that is immeasurable or unfathomable, often used to highlight the vastness and incomprehensibility of divine attributes or truths.

Bible references

Matthew 13:5;Mark 4:5;Luke 5:4;Romans 8:39;Romans 11:33;1 Corinthians 2:10;2 Corinthians 8:2;Ephesians 3:18