Biblica Analytica
G2830 Greek

κλύδων

kludōn

waves

Lexicon Entry

Definition
waves
Transliteration
kludōn
Strong's Number
G2830
Occurrences
2

Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

What Original Readers Understood

Explored

The Greek word κλύδων (kludon) is used to describe waves, occurring twice in the Bible. This term likely refers to the undulating motion of water on the surface, such as waves in an ocean, river, or lake. In its two appearances, κλύδων is used to create vivid imagery in descriptions of natural scenes. Its presence may indicate a dynamic, ever-changing environment, highlighting the power and movement of water. As a rare term in the Bible, κλύδων does not convey a specific theological meaning or symbolism. Its significance lies in its ability to evoke a sensory experience, drawing the reader's attention to the natural world.

Source data & methodology
Strong's
G2830
Lemma
κλύδων
Transliteration
kludōn
Definition
waves
Occurrences
2
Model
groq
Prompt version
1

AI synthesis uses only the lexicon data above as context — never training knowledge.

Occurrences in Scripture

2 total occurrences across the text