The meaning of “ἐναντίος”
Understanding enantíos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(over) against, contrary. - opposite - figuratively, antagonistic
ἐναντίος
(over) against, contrary. - opposite - figuratively, antagonistic
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 14:24 | “But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary.” Word: ἐναντίος (enantíos) | |
| Mark 15:39 | “And when the centurion, which stood over against him, saw that he so cried out, and gave up the ghost, he said, Truly this man was the Son of God.” Word: ἐναντίος (enantíos) | |
| Acts 27:4 | “And when we had launched from thence, we sailed under Cyprus, because the winds were contrary.” Word: ἐναντίος (enantíos) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 2:15 | “Who both killed the Lord Jesus, and their own prophets, and have persecuted us; and they please not God, and are contrary to all men:” Word: ἐναντίος (enantíos) | |
| Titus 2:8 | “Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.” Word: ἐναντίος (enantíos) |