Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δρόμος”
Understanding drómos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
course. - a race, i.e. (figuratively) career
G1408
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δρόμος
Phoneticdrom'-os
Transliterationdrómos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
course. - a race, i.e. (figuratively) career
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 13:25 | “And as John fulfilled his course, he said, Whom think ye that I am? I am not he. But, behold, there cometh one after me, whose shoes of his feet I am not worthy to loose.” Word: δρόμος (drómos) | |
| Acts 20:24 | “But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God.” Word: δρόμος (drómos) | |
| 2 Timothy 4:7 | “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:” Word: δρόμος (drómos) |