Strong’s G5511

χλαμύς

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

chlamus

Pronunciation

khla-MOOS

Definition

Cloak, robe, mantle

Meaning

a short cloak, worn by military officers and soldiers.

Usage

The term "chlamus" refers to a type of outer garment or cloak, often associated with a military or official context. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a robe placed on Jesus during His mockery by Roman soldiers.

Bible references

Matthew 27:28;Matthew 27:31