Greek Word Study
The meaning of “δυσκόλως”
Understanding dyskólōs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from δύσκολος hardly. - impracticably
G1423
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
δυσκόλως
Phoneticdoos-kol'-oce
Transliterationdyskólōs
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from δύσκολος hardly. - impracticably
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 19:23 | “Then said Jesus unto his disciples, Verily I say unto you, That a rich man shall hardly enter into the kingdom of heaven.” Word: δυσκόλως (dyskólōs) | |
| Mark 10:23 | “And Jesus looked round about, and saith unto his disciples, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!” Word: δυσκόλως (dyskólōs) | |
| Luke 18:24 | “And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!” Word: δυσκόλως (dyskólōs) |