Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δεκάτη”
Understanding dekátē reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feminine of δέκατος tenth (part), tithe. - a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
G1181
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δεκάτη
Phoneticdek-at'-ay
Transliterationdekátē
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feminine of δέκατος tenth (part), tithe. - a tenth, i.e. as a percentage or (technically) tithe
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 7:2 | “To whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all; first being by interpretation King of righteousness, and after that also King of Salem, which is, King of peace;” Word: δεκάτη (dekátē) | |
| Hebrews 7:4 | “Now consider how great this man was, unto whom even the patriarch Abraham gave the tenth of the spoils.” Word: δεκάτη (dekátē) | |
| Hebrews 7:8 | “And here men that die receive tithes; but there he receiveth them, of whom it is witnessed that he liveth.” Word: δεκάτη (dekátē) | |
| Hebrews 7:9 | “And as I may so say, Levi also, who receiveth tithes, payed tithes in Abraham.” Word: δεκάτη (dekátē) |