Strong’s G2382

θώραξ

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

thórax

Pronunciation

THO-raks

Definition

Breastplate

Meaning

a breast-plate, corslet, cuirass.

Usage

In the New Testament, "thórax" refers to a piece of armor that covers the chest, known as a breastplate. It is used metaphorically to describe spiritual protection, particularly in the context of the armor of God.

Bible references

Ephesians 6:14;1 Thessalonians 5:8;Revelation 9:9;Revelation 9:9;Revelation 9:17