What does molysmos mean in Greek?

Occurrences in Scripture

G3436

Strong's number

Greek

Original language

pollution, defilement, 2 Cor. 7:1*

In the original Greek the word is written: μολυσμός

Scripture references

Top 1 Bible verses with molysmos

These are the most notable occurrences of molysmos (G3436) across the King James Bible.

2 Corinthians 7:1

Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about molysmos

What does molysmos mean in Greek?

Strong's G3436 (molysmos) is a Greek word that means: pollution, defilement, 2 Cor. 7:1* It appears 1 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does molysmos appear in the Bible?

The word molysmos (G3436) appears 1 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G3436?

Strong's G3436 is molysmos, a Greek word defined as: pollution, defilement, 2 Cor. 7:1*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is molysmos in the Old Testament or New Testament?

molysmos is a Greek word found in the New Testament.