ΔΑΦΝΟΝ, δαφνον
DAPHNON, daphnon
Sounds Like: DAF-non
Translations: laurel, a laurel, bay tree, a bay tree
From the root: ΔΑΦΝΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the laurel or bay tree, a plant whose leaves were historically used to create wreaths for victors in ancient games or for those achieving great honors. It can be used to denote the plant itself or, by extension, the concept of victory or honor associated with it.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Strong’s number: G1149 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Ignatius of Antioch
- Ignatius’ Letter to the Smyrnaeans — 13:2
From the same root
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