Strong’s G3037

λίθος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

lithos

Pronunciation

LEE-thos

Definition

Stone

Meaning

a stone; met: of Jesus as the chief stone in a building.

Usage

The Greek word "λίθος" (lithos) primarily refers to a stone or a rock. In the New Testament, it is used both literally and metaphorically. Literally, it describes physical stones used in construction or as objects (e.g., stones for building, millstones). Metaphorically, it is used to describe Christ as the cornerstone or believers as living stones in the spiritual house of God.

Bible references

Matthew 3:9;Matthew 4:3;Matthew 4:6;Matthew 7:9;Matthew 21:42;Matthew 21:44;Matthew 24:2;Matthew 24:2;Matthew 27:60;Matthew 27:66;Matthew 28:2;Mark 5:5;Mark 12:10;Mark 13:1;Mark 13:2;Mark 13:2;Mark 15:46;Mark 16:3;Mark 16:4;Luke 3:8;Luke 4:3;Luke 4:11;Luke 17:2;Luke 19:40;Luke 19:44