σκιά
skia
Modern Summary of Abbott-Smith’s Lexicon (1922)
The word "σκιά" (skia) primarily means "shadow" or "shade," referring to the blocking of light by an object. It can also be used metaphorically to describe ignorance or error, as seen in phrases like "shadow of death." Additionally, it can signify a representation or outline of something, contrasting with the actual substance or reality.
"shade" or a shadow (literally or figuratively (darkness of error or an adumbration))
The Greek word skia means ""shade" or a shadow (literally or figuratively (darkness of error or an adumbration))," used in Scripture in contexts that reveal its full semantic depth.
Lexical data derived from Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. See full disclaimer
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