πυλών
pulōn (G4440)
gate
AI Word Study
The Greek word πυλών (pulōn) is a noun that translates to "gate." It is a term that falls within the semantic domain of Construction & Crafts, indicating its primary association with physical structures. The word is recorded 18 times in the Bible, suggesting its significance in various contexts. In its usage, πυλών likely refers to a physical entrance or opening in a wall, possibly for a city, a house, or a temple. The word's frequency in the Bible implies its importance in ancient Greek culture, where gates often served as symbols of power, security, and community. The word's range of usage may also extend to metaphorical contexts, where gates could represent access, entry, or transition. The significance of πυλών lies in its representation of physical and symbolic boundaries. As a gate, it marks the transition between inside and outside, public and private, or sacred and profane. Its 18 occurrences in the Bible suggest its importance in biblical narratives, where gates often serve as settings for pivotal events or as symbols of spiritual transformation.
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When he had gone out onto the porch, someone else saw him, and said to those who were there, “This man also was with Jesus of Nazareth.”
A certain beggar, named Lazarus, was taken to his gate, full of sores,
Now while Peter was very perplexed in himself what the vision which he had seen might mean, behold, the men who were sent by Cornelius, having made inquiry for Simon’s house, stood before the gate,
When Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a servant girl named Rhoda came to answer.
When she recognized Peter’s voice, she didn’t open the gate for joy, but ran in, and reported that Peter was standing in front of the gate.
The priest of Jupiter, whose temple was in front of their city, brought oxen and garlands to the gates, and would have made a sacrifice along with the multitudes.
having a great and high wall; having twelve gates, and at the gates twelve angels; and names written on them, which are the names of the twelve tribes of the children of Israel.
On the east were three gates; and on the north three gates; and on the south three gates; and on the west three gates.
He who spoke with me had for a measure a golden reed to measure the city, its gates, and its walls.
The twelve gates were twelve pearls. Each one of the gates was made of one pearl. The street of the city was pure gold, like transparent glass.
Its gates will in no way be shut by day (for there will be no night there),
Blessed are those who do his commandments, that they may have the right to the tree of life, and may enter in by the gates into the city.