Strong’s G0993

Βοανηργές

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Boanérges

Pronunciation

bo-an-ER-ges

Definition

Sons of Thunder

Meaning

Boanerges, sons of thunder.

Usage

The term "Boanérges" is a nickname given by Jesus to the brothers James and John, the sons of Zebedee, as recorded in the New Testament. It signifies their zealous and fervent nature, possibly reflecting their fiery temperament or their powerful proclamation of the Gospel.

Bible references

Mark 3:17