The meaning of “ἐλάχιστος”
Understanding eláchistos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
superlative of (short) least, very little (small), smallest. - used as equivalent to μικρός - least (in size, amount, di...
ἐλάχιστος
superlative of (short) least, very little (small), smallest. - used as equivalent to μικρός - least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 25:40 | “And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Word: ἐλάχιστος (eláchistos) | |
| Luke 16:10 | “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.” Word: ἐλάχιστος (eláchistos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:9 | “For I am the least of the apostles, that am not meet to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the church of God.” Word: ἐλάχιστος (eláchistos) | |
| James 3:4 | “Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm, whithersoever the governor listeth.” Word: ἐλάχιστος (eláchistos) |