Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἑορτή”
Understanding heortḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain affinity feast, holyday. - a festival
G1859
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἑορτή
Phoneticheh-or-tay'
Transliterationheortḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain affinity feast, holyday. - a festival
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
25 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 27:15 | “Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom they would.” Word: ἑορτή (heortḗ) | |
| Mark 15:6 | “Now at that feast he released unto them one prisoner, whomsoever they desired.” Word: ἑορτή (heortḗ) | |
| Luke 22:1 | “Now the feast of unleavened bread drew nigh, which is called the Passover.” Word: ἑορτή (heortḗ) | |
| John 7:11 | “Then the Jews sought him at the feast, and said, Where is he?” Word: ἑορτή (heortḗ) | |
| Acts 18:21 | “But bade them farewell, saying, I must by all means keep this feast that cometh in Jerusalem: but I will return again unto you, if God will. And he sailed from Ephesus.” Word: ἑορτή (heortḗ) |