ΦΩΣΤΗΡ, φωστηρ
PHŌSTĒR, phōstēr
Sounds Like: foh-STEER
Translations: light, a light, luminary, a luminary, light-bearer, a light-bearer
From the root: ΦΩΣΤΗΡ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a source of light, such as a star, a lamp, or a torch. It can also metaphorically refer to someone who brings light or truth to others, acting as a guide or an example. It is used to describe celestial bodies like the sun, moon, and stars, as well as artificial light sources.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G5458 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Clement of Alexandria
- Exhortation to the Greeks (Protrepticus) — 6:21
Codex Sinaiticus
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- Sirach — 43:7
Tischendorf's Greek New Testament
- Revelation — 21:11
From the same root
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