ΣΙΛΩΑΝ, σιλωαν
SILŌAN, silōan
Sounds Like: see-loh-AHN
Translations: Siloam
From the root: ΣΙΛΩΑΜ
Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Explanation: Siloam refers to a place in Jerusalem, specifically a pool and a tower mentioned in the New Testament. The Pool of Siloam was a significant water source for the city, and it is where Jesus healed a blind man. The Tower of Siloam is mentioned in a parable by Jesus, where its collapse killed eighteen people. This word is a proper noun and refers to this specific location.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Neuter
Strong’s number: G4611 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Josephus' The Jewish War
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