Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐλαττόω”
Understanding elattóō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
decrease, make lower. - to lessen (in rank or influence)
G1642
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐλαττόω
Phoneticel-at-to'-o
Transliterationelattóō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
decrease, make lower. - to lessen (in rank or influence)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 3:30 | “He must increase, but I must decrease.” Word: ἐλαττόω (elattóō) | |
| Hebrews 2:7 | “Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands:” Word: ἐλαττόω (elattóō) | |
| Hebrews 2:9 | “But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.” Word: ἐλαττόω (elattóō) |