Strong’s G2342

θηρίον

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

thérion

Pronunciation

thay-ree-on

Definition

Beast, wild animal

Meaning

properly: a wild beast, hence: any animal; met: a brute.

Usage

In the New Testament, "thérion" is primarily used to describe wild animals or beasts. It can refer to literal animals, as seen in the natural world, or metaphorically to describe entities or forces that are wild, dangerous, or hostile. The term is often used in apocalyptic literature to symbolize oppressive powers or evil forces.

Bible references

Mark 1:13;Acts 11:6;Acts 28:4;Acts 28:5;Titus 1:12;Hebrews 12:20;James 3:7;Revelation 6:8;Revelation 11:7;Revelation 13:1;Revelation 13:2;Revelation 13:3;Revelation 13:4;Revelation 13:4;Revelation 13:4;Revelation 13:11;Revelation 13:12;Revelation 13:12;Revelation 13:14;Revelation 13:14;Revelation 13:15;Revelation 13:15;Revelation 13:15;Revelation 13:17;Revelation 13:18