Strong’s G1004

βόρβορος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

borboros

Pronunciation

BOR-bo-ros

Definition

Mire, Mud, Filth

Meaning

mud, mire, filth.

Usage

The Greek word "borboros" refers to mud or mire, often used metaphorically to describe moral filth or corruption. It conveys a sense of uncleanness and degradation, both physically and spiritually. In the New Testament, it is used to illustrate the state of being mired in sin or returning to a sinful lifestyle after having known the truth.

Bible references

2 Peter 2:22