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λαμπρότης
lamprotēs
G2987
G:N-F Greek

brightness

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Lamprotes denotes the surpassing radiance of the heavenly light seen on the road.

The attested use describes the exceptional radiance of a light from heaven, set in comparison with the sun in Acts 26:13.

Senses in use

  1. Surpassing radiance of heavenly light · dominant

    In Acts 26:13, the accusative singular feminine form occurs in the report of a light from heaven that exceeds the sun in radiance; the APB renders the clause "a light from heaven, brighter than the sun."

In the Anselm Project Bible: In Acts 26:13, the APB presents the scene as a heavenly light "brighter than the sun." That wording confirms the verse's comparison without isolating a single English equivalent for the term.

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