ΠΕΡΙΚΑΘΑΙΡΙΑΝ, περικαθαιριαν
PERIKATHAIRIAN, perikathairian
Sounds Like: peh-ree-ka-THAI-ree-an
Translations: offscouring, refuse, filth, scum, a cleansing, a purging, a purification, a sacrifice for purification, a sin offering
From the root: ΠΕΡΙΚΑΘΑΙΡΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to something that is purged or cast off as refuse, often implying something vile or worthless. It can also refer to the act of cleansing or purification itself, or even a sacrifice made for purification. It is used in a general sense to describe something that is considered the dregs or the lowest form of something, or the process of removing such things.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G4027 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Twelve Disciples
- The Didache — 3:4
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