Strong’s G4522

σαγήνη

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

sagéné

Pronunciation

sah-GAY-nay

Definition

Dragnet

Meaning

a fishing-net.

Usage

The term "sagéné" refers to a large fishing net, specifically a dragnet, which is used to encircle and capture a large number of fish. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe the kingdom of heaven and the final judgment.

Bible references

Matthew 13:47