πηδάλιον, -συ, τό (πηδός, the blade of an oar), a rudder: Jas.3:4; pl., Act.27:40.† (AS)
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G4079 — πηδάλιον
pēdalion · rudder · Greek
2 tagged verse occurrences
Acts 27:40 · πηδαλίωνCutting away the anchors, they left them in the sea as they loosened the ropes that held the rudders. Then they hoisted the foresail to the wind and made for the beach.James 3:4 · πηδαλίουConsider ships as well. Although they are so large and are driven by strong winds, they are steered by a very small rudder wherever the pilot is inclined.