Strong’s G4657

σκύβαλον

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

skubalon

Pronunciation

SKOO-bah-lon

Definition

Refuse, rubbish, dung, garbage

Meaning

refuse, dregs, dung.

Usage

The term "skubalon" is used to describe something that is worthless or detestable, often referring to waste or refuse. In the context of the New Testament, it conveys the idea of something that is to be discarded or considered as of no value compared to something of far greater worth.

Bible references

Philippians 3:8