G288
Vine (Ampelos)
ἄμπελος (ampelos)
A fruitful plant symbolizing connection to Christ and spiritual productivity.
Greek
Pronunciation: AM-peh-los
Definition
Ampelos is the Greek word for vine, used by Jesus in His famous 'I am the vine' metaphor. It symbolizes the vital, life-giving connection between Christ and His followers that produces spiritual fruit.
Featured KJV occurrences (3)
John 15:5
“I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing.”Read in context
Isaiah 5:7
“For the vineyard of the LORD of hosts is the house of Israel, and the men of Judah his pleasant plant.”Read in context
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