The meaning of “ἔπαινος”
Understanding épainos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
praise. - laudation - concretely, a commendable thing
ἔπαινος
praise. - laudation - concretely, a commendable thing
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 13:3 | “For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil. Wilt thou then not be afraid of the power? do that which is good, and thou shalt have praise of the same:” Word: ἔπαινος (épainos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 4:5 | “Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.” Word: ἔπαινος (épainos) | |
| 2 Corinthians 8:18 | “And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches;” Word: ἔπαινος (épainos) | |
| Ephesians 1:12 | “That we should be to the praise of his glory, who first trusted in Christ.” Word: ἔπαινος (épainos) | |
| Philippians 4:8 | “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” Word: ἔπαινος (épainos) |