Strong’s G4683

σπαργανόω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

sparganoó

Pronunciation

spar-gan-OH-o

Definition

To swaddle, to wrap in swaddling clothes

Meaning

I swathe, wrap in swaddling clothes.

Usage

The verb "sparganoó" refers to the act of wrapping an infant in swaddling clothes, which are strips of cloth used to bind a newborn baby tightly. This practice was common in ancient times to provide warmth and security to the infant.

Bible references

Luke 2:7;Luke 2:12