μάστιξ
mastix (G3148)
whip
AI Word Study
The Greek word μάστιξ (mastix) is a whip, as indicated by its short definition. This word appears six times in the Bible, suggesting its importance in the context of ancient Greek culture and the biblical narrative. The whip is a tool used for punishment, discipline, or control. Its presence in the biblical text may imply a sense of severity, harshness, or dominance. The whip may also be associated with power, authority, or ownership, as it is often used by those in positions of control to enforce their will. Given its significance in the biblical narrative, the whip may hold symbolic meaning beyond its literal interpretation. However, without further context, its meaning remains tied to its function as a tool for punishment or control.
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For he had healed many, so that as many as had diseases pressed on him that they might touch him.
Immediately the flow of her blood was dried up, and she felt in her body that she was healed of her affliction.
He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace, and be cured of your disease.”
In that hour he cured many of diseases and plagues and evil spirits; and to many who were blind he gave sight.
the commanding officer commanded him to be brought into the barracks, ordering him to be examined by scourging, that he might know for what crime they shouted against him like that.
Others were tried by mocking and scourging, yes, moreover by bonds and imprisonment.