Word Study
The meaning of “δίκαιος”
Understanding díkaios reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
G1342
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δίκαιος
Phoneticdik'-ah-yos
Transliterationdíkaios
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
just, meet, right(-eous). - equitable (in character or act) - by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
76 total references
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
76x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
Book Distribution
Matthew16
Mark2
Luke11
John3
Acts6
Romans7
Galatians1
Ephesians1
Philippians2
Colossians1
2 Thessalonians2
1 Timothy1
2 Timothy1
Titus1
Hebrews3
James2
1 Peter3
2 Peter3
1 John5
Revelation5
Devotional Reflection
How does the original Greek meaning of 'δίκαιος' deepen your understanding of Matthew 20:7?