Strong’s G4210

πορφυροῦς

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

porphurous

Pronunciation

por-foo-roos'

Definition

Purple

Meaning

purple.

Usage

The term "porphurous" is used to describe something that is purple in color. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to garments or materials dyed with a rich, deep purple hue. This color was historically associated with royalty, wealth, and high status due to the costly and labor-intensive process of producing purple dye.

Bible references

John 19:2;John 19:5;Revelation 17:4;Revelation 18:16