Strong’s G1359

Διόσκουροι

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Dioskouroi

Pronunciation

dee-os'-koo-roy

Definition

Dioscuri, Castor and Pollux

Meaning

the Dioscuri, Castor and Pollux, sons of Zeus and Leda, and patrons of sailors.

Usage

The term "Dioskouroi" refers to the twin brothers Castor and Pollux, who were considered divine figures in Greek and Roman mythology. They were believed to be the sons of Zeus (Jupiter) and Leda, and were associated with protection of sailors and ships. In the New Testament, the term is used to describe the figurehead of a ship.

Bible references

Acts 28:11