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Greek Word Study
G4058
περιστερά
peristerá
G4058 · Greek
Dove. Peristera. The Spirit descended on Him like a dove. The dove represents gentleness peace and the presence of God. The Holy Spirit rests on those who cultivate these qualities.
Verses with this word
John 1:32
“And John bare record, saying, I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it abode upon him.”
John 2:16
“And said unto them that sold doves, Take these things hence; make not my Father’s house an house of merchandise.”
Matthew 3:16
“And Jesus, when he was baptized, went up straightway out of the water: and, lo, the heavens were opened unto him, and he...”
Luke 3:22
“And the Holy Ghost descended in a bodily shape like a dove upon him, and a voice came from heaven, which said, Thou art ...”
Matthew 10:16
“Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.”