The meaning of “ἕκαστος”
Understanding hékastos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
as if a superlative of (afar) any, both, each (one), every (man, one, woman), particularly. - each or every
ἕκαστος
as if a superlative of (afar) any, both, each (one), every (man, one, woman), particularly. - each or every
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 25:15 | “And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey.” Word: ἕκαστος (hékastos) | |
| John 16:32 | “Behold, the hour cometh, yea, is now come, that ye shall be scattered, every man to his own, and shall leave me alone: and yet I am not alone, because the Father is with me.” Word: ἕκαστος (hékastos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 7:24 | “Brethren, let every man, wherein he is called, therein abide with God.” Word: ἕκαστος (hékastos) | |
| Ephesians 4:25 | “Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.” Word: ἕκαστος (hékastos) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 4:4 | “That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour;” Word: ἕκαστος (hékastos) |