Strong’s G3688

ὄνος

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine; Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

onos

Pronunciation

AW-nos

Definition

Donkey

Meaning

a donkey, an ass.

Usage

The Greek word "ὄνος" (onos) refers to a donkey, an animal commonly used for transportation and labor in biblical times. In the New Testament, the term is used to describe the animal on which Jesus rode into Jerusalem, fulfilling the prophecy of the Messiah's humble arrival.

Bible references

Matthew 21:2;Matthew 21:5;Matthew 21:7;Luke 13:15;John 12:15