Strong’s G3968

πατρίς

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

patris

Pronunciation

pä-treēs'

Definition

Homeland, native country, fatherland

Meaning

fatherland, one's native place.

Usage

The term "patris" refers to one's native land or hometown, often implying a place of familial and cultural roots. In the New Testament, it is used to denote the place where one is born or has a strong familial connection.

Bible references

Matthew 13:54;Matthew 13:57;Mark 6:1;Mark 6:4;Luke 4:23;Luke 4:24;John 4:44;Hebrews 11:14