Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐθνικός”
Understanding ethnikós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
heathen (man). - national ("ethnic"), i.e. (specially) a Gentile
G1482
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐθνικός
Phoneticeth-nee-kos'
Transliterationethnikós
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
heathen (man). - national ("ethnic"), i.e. (specially) a Gentile
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 6:7 | “But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.” Word: ἐθνικός (ethnikós) | |
| Matthew 18:17 | “And if he shall neglect to hear them, tell it unto the church: but if he neglect to hear the church, let him be unto thee as an heathen man and a publican.” Word: ἐθνικός (ethnikós) |