Strong’s G2053
ἔριον
Part of speech
Noun, Neuter
Transliteration
erion
Pronunciation
eh'-ree-on
Definition
Wool
Meaning
wool.
Usage
The Greek word "ἔριον" (erion) refers to wool, the soft, curly hair obtained from sheep and used in textile production. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe purity and whiteness, often in the context of divine or heavenly imagery.
Bible references
Hebrews 9:19;Revelation 1:14