Strong’s G1100

γλῶσσα

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

glóssa

Pronunciation

GLOHS-sah

Definition

Tongue, Language

Meaning

the tongue, a language, a nation (usually distinguished by their speech).

Usage

The Greek word "glóssa" primarily refers to the physical organ, the tongue, but it is also used metaphorically to denote language or speech. In the New Testament, "glóssa" is often associated with the miraculous gift of speaking in tongues, a spiritual gift where believers speak in languages they have not learned, as a sign of the Holy Spirit's presence and power.

Bible references

Mark 7:33;Mark 7:35;Mark 16:17;Luke 1:64;Luke 16:24;Acts 2:3;Acts 2:4;Acts 2:11;Acts 2:26;Acts 10:46;Acts 19:6;Romans 3:13;Romans 14:11;1 Corinthians 12:10;1 Corinthians 12:10;1 Corinthians 12:28;1 Corinthians 12:30;1 Corinthians 13:1;1 Corinthians 13:8;1 Corinthians 14:2;1 Corinthians 14:4;1 Corinthians 14:5;1 Corinthians 14:5;1 Corinthians 14:6;1 Corinthians 14:9