ξέστης

xestēspitcherHow to read Greek
greekNew TestamentNoun · masculine1 occurrence1 book1 verse

Definition

ξέστης, -ου, ὁ

(a Sicilian corruption of Lat. sextarius), [in Al. : Leviticus 14:10 (לֹג, LXX κοτύλη)* ;]

1. a sextarius (about a pint).

2. In NT, a pitcher of wood or stone : Mark 7:4.

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

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  1. Mark 7:4ξεστῶν · pitchers
    And on returning from the market, they do not eat unless they wash. And there are many other traditions for them to observe, including the washing of cups, pitchers, kettles, and couches for dining.