ΠΕΛΤΗ, πελτη
PELTĒ, peltē
Sounds Like: PEL-tay
Translations: pelta, a pelta, shield, a shield
From the root: ΠΕΛΤΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a small, light, crescent-shaped shield, typically made of wicker or wood and covered with leather. It was commonly used by light-armed infantry, particularly peltasts, for its maneuverability and ease of carrying. It provided less protection than a larger hoplite shield but allowed for greater agility in combat.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G3989 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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