◄ G5586 ►
ψῆφος
Transliteration
psephos;
Pronunciation
psay'-fos
Parts of Speech
n f
Root Word (Etymology)
from the same as 5584
Dictionary Aids
TWOT Reference: TDNT 9:604
KJV Translation Count — 3x
The KJV translates Strongs H1 in the following manner: stone (2), voice (1)
Outline of Biblical Usage
1. a small worn smooth stone, a pebble
a. in the ancient courts of justice the accused were condemned by black pebbles and the acquitted by white
2. a vote (on account of the use of pebbles in voting)
Strong's Definitions
psay'-fos; from the same as (5584) (ψηλαφάω); a pebble (as worn smooth by handling), i.e. (by implication of use as a counter or ballot) a verdict (of acquittal) or ticket (of admission); a vote: — stone, voice.
Concordance Results Using KJV
Which thing I also did in Jerusalem: and many of the saints did I shut up in prison, having received authority from the chief priests; and when they were put to death, I gave my G5586 against them.
He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches; To him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white G5586, and in the G5586 a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.