Strong’s G4443

πυρά

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

pura

Pronunciation

poo-rah'

Definition

Fire, burning

Meaning

a fire, pile of burning fuel.

Usage

In the New Testament, "pura" is used to denote a fire or a place where a fire is burning. It often conveys the idea of a physical fire used for warmth or cooking, but it can also symbolize purification, judgment, or the presence of God. The term is used in contexts that highlight both the literal and metaphorical aspects of fire.

Bible references

Acts 28:2;Acts 28:3