Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δυνάστης”
Understanding dynástēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of great authority, mighty, potentate. - a ruler or officer
G1413
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δυνάστης
Phoneticdoo-nas'-tace
Transliterationdynástēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of great authority, mighty, potentate. - a ruler or officer
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 1:52 | “He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree.” Word: δυνάστης (dynástēs) | |
| Acts 8:27 | “And he arose and went: and, behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians, who had the charge of all her treasure, and had come to Jerusalem for to worship,” Word: δυνάστης (dynástēs) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:15 | “Which in his times he shall shew, who is the blessed and only Potentate, the King of kings, and Lord of lords;” Word: δυνάστης (dynástēs) |