Refiner Word Study ostrakinos (G3749)
G3749  ·  Greek  ·  Strong's Concordance
ὀστράκινος
ostrakinos
2 occurrences in Scripture Greek

"earthen, of earthenware, 2 Cor. 4:7; 2 Tim. 2:20*"

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Definition and meaning

What does ostrakinos mean in Greek?

2
Occurrences in Scripture
G3749
Strong's number
Greek
Original language

earthen, of earthenware, 2 Cor. 4:7; 2 Tim. 2:20*

In the original Greek the word is written: ὀστράκινος

Scripture references

Top 2 Bible verses with ostrakinos

These are the most notable occurrences of ostrakinos (G3749) across the King James Bible.

2 Corinthians 4:7

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

2 Timothy 2:20

But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honour, and some to dishonour.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about ostrakinos

What does ostrakinos mean in Greek?

Strong's G3749 (ostrakinos) is a Greek word that means: earthen, of earthenware, 2 Cor. 4:7; 2 Tim. 2:20* It appears 2 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does ostrakinos appear in the Bible?

The word ostrakinos (G3749) appears 2 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G3749?

Strong's G3749 is ostrakinos, a Greek word defined as: earthen, of earthenware, 2 Cor. 4:7; 2 Tim. 2:20*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is ostrakinos in the Old Testament or New Testament?

ostrakinos is a Greek word found in the New Testament.