Strong’s G1016

βοῦς

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

bous

Pronunciation

boos

Definition

Ox, Bull, Cow

Meaning

an ox, cow, bull.

Usage

The term "bous" refers to a domesticated bovine animal, commonly used in agricultural settings for plowing fields, pulling carts, and as a source of milk and meat. In the New Testament, "bous" is often used metaphorically or in parables to illustrate spiritual truths.

Bible references

Luke 13:15;Luke 14:5;Luke 14:19;John 2:14;John 2:15;1 Corinthians 9:9;1 Corinthians 9:9;1 Timothy 5:18