Strong’s G3468

μώλωψ

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

mólóps

Pronunciation

mo'-lops

Definition

Bruise, Wound

Meaning

a bruise, stripe, left on the body by scourging.

Usage

The term "mólóps" refers to a physical bruise or wound, typically one that is visible and results from a blow or impact. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe the suffering and afflictions borne by Christ for the sake of humanity's redemption.

Bible references

1 Peter 2:24