Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Ἀθηναῖος”
Understanding Athēnaîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
Athenian. - an Athenæan or inhabitant of Athenæ
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Ἀθηναῖος
Phoneticath-ay-nah'-yos
TransliterationAthēnaîos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Athenian. - an Athenæan or inhabitant of Athenæ
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 17:21 | “(For all the Athenians and strangers which were there spent their time in nothing else, but either to tell, or to hear some new thing.)” Word: Ἀθηναῖος (Athēnaîos) | |
| Acts 17:22 | “Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars’ hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious.” Word: Ἀθηναῖος (Athēnaîos) |