Strong’s G4454

πόλος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

pólos

Pronunciation

POH-los

Definition

Axis, pole, or pivot

Meaning

a colt, young ass, foal.

Usage

In ancient Greek literature, "πόλος" primarily refers to an axis or pivot around which something turns. It can also denote the celestial poles or the heavens themselves, emphasizing the idea of a central point or axis around which the universe revolves. In the context of the New Testament, the term is not directly used, but its conceptual understanding can be applied metaphorically to describe central or pivotal elements in the Christian faith.

Bible references

Matthew 21:2;Matthew 21:5;Matthew 21:7;Mark 11:2;Mark 11:4;Mark 11:5;Mark 11:7;Luke 19:30;Luke 19:33;Luke 19:33;Luke 19:35;John 12:15