The meaning of “δικαίως”
Understanding dikaíōs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
adverb from δίκαιος justly, (to) righteously(-ness). - equitably
δικαίως
adverb from δίκαιος justly, (to) righteously(-ness). - equitably
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 23:41 | “And we indeed justly; for we receive the due reward of our deeds: but this man hath done nothing amiss.” Word: δικαίως (dikaíōs) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:34 | “Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.” Word: δικαίως (dikaíōs) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 2:10 | “Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and justly and unblameably we behaved ourselves among you that believe:” Word: δικαίως (dikaíōs) | |
| Titus 2:12 | “Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world;” Word: δικαίως (dikaíōs) | |
| 1 Peter 2:23 | “Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed himself to him that judgeth righteously:” Word: δικαίως (dikaíōs) |