Strong’s G2302

θέατρον

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

theatron

Pronunciation

theh'-ah-tron

Definition

Theater, spectacle

Meaning

(a) a theatre, a semi-circular stone building, generally open to the sky, (b) a spectacle, show.

Usage

In the New Testament, "theatron" refers to a place where public spectacles, performances, or assemblies occur. It can also metaphorically describe a situation where someone is made a public spectacle or is put on display for others to observe.

Bible references

Acts 19:29;Acts 19:31;1 Corinthians 4:9