παγίςpagís
a trap (as fastened by a noose or notch); figuratively, a trick or statagem (temptation)
Greek (New Testament) · G3803
Meanings
poët. (Aristoph., and elsewhere) and late for πάγη, a trap, snare; metaphorically (as also in classical Greek): Luke 21:35, Romans 11:9(LXX), 1 Timothy 3:7, 1 Timothy 6:9, 2 Timothy 2:26.
Same root
Where it appears
Appears 5 times in the Bible.
- Luke 21:35 like a trap. For that day will come upon everyone living on the earth.
- Romans 11:9 Likewise, David said, “Let their bountiful table become a snare, a trap that makes them think all is well. Let their blessings cause them to stumble, and let them get what they deserve.
- 1 Timothy 3:7 Also, people outside the church must speak well of him so that he will not be disgraced and fall into the devil’s trap.
- 1 Timothy 6:9 But people who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction.
- 2 Timothy 2:26 Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil’s trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.