Strong’s G3816

παῖς

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine; Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

pais

Pronunciation

pah-ece

Definition

Child, servant, boy, girl

Meaning

(a) a male child, boy, (b) a male slave, servant; thus: a servant of God, especially as a title of the Messiah, (c) a female child, girl.

Usage

The Greek word "παῖς" (pais) is used in the New Testament to refer to a child or a young person, often in the context of a son or daughter. It can also denote a servant or attendant, reflecting a position of service or subordination. The term is versatile, capturing both familial and servile relationships, and is used to express endearment, authority, or duty.

Bible references

Matthew 2:16;Matthew 8:6;Matthew 8:8;Matthew 8:13;Matthew 12:18;Matthew 14:2;Matthew 17:18;Matthew 21:15;Luke 1:54;Luke 1:69;Luke 2:43;Luke 7:7;Luke 8:51;Luke 8:54;Luke 9:42;Luke 12:45;Luke 15:26;John 4:51;Acts 3:13;Acts 3:26;Acts 4:25;Acts 4:27;Acts 4:30;Acts 20:12