Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δεῖπνον”
Understanding deîpnon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feast, supper. - dinner, i.e. the chief meal (usually in the evening)
G1173
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δεῖπνον
Phoneticdipe'-non
Transliterationdeîpnon
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feast, supper. - dinner, i.e. the chief meal (usually in the evening)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
16 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:6 | “And love the uppermost rooms at feasts, and the chief seats in the synagogues,” Word: δεῖπνον (deîpnon) | |
| Mark 12:39 | “And the chief seats in the synagogues, and the uppermost rooms at feasts:” Word: δεῖπνον (deîpnon) | |
| Luke 14:17 | “And sent his servant at supper time to say to them that were bidden, Come; for all things are now ready.” Word: δεῖπνον (deîpnon) | |
| John 13:4 | “He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.” Word: δεῖπνον (deîpnon) | |
| 1 Corinthians 11:21 | “For in eating every one taketh before other his own supper: and one is hungry, and another is drunken.” Word: δεῖπνον (deîpnon) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
16x
Most Frequent Book
Luke