Word study · Greek

sarx

flesh

Say it: SARKS (approximate)

σάρξ

What it means

Flesh, the physical body, and for Paul human nature under sin's power. "Those who walk according to the flesh" are set against "those who walk according to the Spirit" (8:4-13).

Range of meaning

  • FleshThe body.
  • HumanityHuman nature.
  • WeaknessMortal life.