ΚΟΡΒΑ, κορβα
KORBA, korba
Sounds Like: kor-BAHN
Translations: Corban, a gift, an offering, a sacrifice
From the root: ΚΟΡΒΑΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word is a transliteration of a Hebrew word meaning 'a gift dedicated to God'. In the New Testament, it refers to a gift consecrated to God, often used in the context of a vow that would prevent someone from using their resources to help their parents, effectively nullifying the commandment to honor them.
Inflection: Does not inflect (indeclinable)
Strong’s number: G2878 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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