Strong’s G3426

μόδιος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

modios

Pronunciation

MOH-dee-os

Definition

Basket, Bushel

Meaning

a dry measure, nearly two English gallons.

Usage

The term "modios" refers to a type of basket or container used for measuring dry goods, such as grain. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to illustrate the concept of hiding or covering something that should be visible or evident, particularly in the context of light.

Bible references

Matthew 5:15;Mark 4:21;Luke 11:33