κλύδων
kludōn
waves
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe 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
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text
They came to him, and awoke him, saying, “Master, master, we are dying!” He awoke, and rebuked the wind and the raging of the water, and they ceased, and it was calm.
James 1:6But let him ask in faith, without any doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, driven by the wind and tossed.