Strong’s G2377

θυρωρός

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine; Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

thuróros

Pronunciation

thoo-ro-ROS

Definition

Doorkeeper, gatekeeper

Meaning

a door-keeper, porter.

Usage

The term "thuróros" refers to a person assigned the responsibility of guarding or attending to a door or gate. In biblical times, this role was crucial for maintaining security and controlling access to a household or a city. The doorkeeper was responsible for opening and closing the door, allowing entry to those who were authorized and keeping out those who were not.

Bible references

Mark 13:34;John 10:3;John 18:16;John 18:17