ΛΕΝΤΙΟ, λεντιο
LENTIO, lentio
Sounds Like: LEN-tee-on
Translations: towel, a towel, apron, a linen cloth
From the root: ΛΕΝΤΙΟΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a linen cloth or towel, often used for wiping or girding oneself. In the context of the provided examples, it describes a towel used for serving or washing, as seen in the account of Jesus washing the disciples' feet.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Strong’s number: G3012 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- Shepherd of Hermas — 9:4
From the same root
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