Strong’s G3803
παγίς
Part of speech
Noun, Feminine
Transliteration
pagis
Pronunciation
pä-gēs'
Definition
Snare, trap
Meaning
a snare, trap (especially for catching birds) hence, met: stratagem, device, wile.
Usage
The term "pagis" is used metaphorically in the New Testament to describe a trap or snare, often in the context of spiritual or moral entrapment. It conveys the idea of a hidden danger or a deceptive scheme that can lead to one's downfall. The word is used to warn believers of the subtle and often unseen threats posed by sin, false teachings, and the devil.
Bible references
Luke 21:35;Romans 11:9;1 Timothy 3:7;1 Timothy 6:9;2 Timothy 2:26