Strong’s G2338
θῆλυς
Part of speech
Adjective
Transliteration
thélus
Pronunciation
THAY-loos
Definition
Female
Meaning
female.
Usage
The term "thélus" is used in the New Testament to denote the female gender, often in contrast to male (ἄρσην, arsēn). It is used to describe women or female animals, emphasizing the biological and gender distinctions created by God.
Bible references
Matthew 19:4;Mark 10:6;Romans 1:26;Romans 1:27;Galatians 3:28