Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Ἑλληνιστής”
Understanding Hellēnistḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
Grecian. - a Hellenist or Greek-speaking Jew
G1675
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Ἑλληνιστής
Phonetichel-lay-nis-tace'
TransliterationHellēnistḗs
Grammar Code
N:N--LG
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Grecian. - a Hellenist or Greek-speaking Jew
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 6:1 | “And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.” Word: Ἑλληνιστής (Hellēnistḗs) | |
| Acts 9:29 | “And he spake boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Grecians: but they went about to slay him.” Word: Ἑλληνιστής (Hellēnistḗs) | |
| Acts 11:20 | “And some of them were men of Cyprus and Cyrene, which, when they were come to Antioch, spake unto the Grecians, preaching the Lord Jesus.” Word: Ἑλληνιστής (Hellēnistḗs) |