Strong’s G2447

ἰός

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

ios

Pronunciation

ee-os'

Definition

Poison, venom, rust

Meaning

poison, rust; an arrow.

Usage

In the New Testament, the Greek word "ios" is used metaphorically to describe something that is harmful or corrupting. It can refer to literal poison or venom, as well as the figurative idea of moral or spiritual corruption, akin to rust that eats away at metal.

Bible references

Romans 3:13;James 3:8;James 5:3