Strong’s G2485

ἰχθύδιον

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

ichthudion

Pronunciation

ikh-thoo'-dee-on

Definition

small fish, little fish

Meaning

a small fish.

Usage

The term "ichthudion" refers to a small fish or little fish. It is used in the New Testament to describe the fish that were part of the miraculous feeding of the multitudes by Jesus. The diminutive form emphasizes the small size of the fish, highlighting the miraculous nature of the event where a small amount of food was used to feed a large crowd.

Bible references

Matthew 15:34;Mark 8:7