Lexical Definition
ποίμνιον poímnion (poym'-nee-on) flock G:N-N
neuter of a presumed derivative of ποίμνη
flock.
- a flock, i.e. (figuratively) group (of believers)
Usage: 9 forms in 74 verses
Abbott-Smith
ποίμνιον, -ου, τό, = ποίμνη, q.v., [in LXX chiefly for עֹאן, also for עֵדֶר, etc.;]
a flock, prop., of sheep. Metaph., of Christians: Lk 12:32, Ac 20:28, 29, I Pe 5:3; τ. θεοῦ, I Pe 5:2.†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Luke | 12:32 |
| Acts | 20:28 · 20:29 |
| 1 Peter | 5:2 · 5:3 |
Liddell-Scott-Jones
ποίμνιον-ιον, τό,
={ποίμνιονη}, especially of sheep, [Refs 5th c.BC+]; of goats, [Refs]: plural, head of cattle, π. τρισχίλια [LXX]
__II metaphorically of disciples, [NT]
LSJ Scripture Refs: LXX.1Kgs.25.2 ☩ Luke.12.32 ☩ 1Pet.5.2