Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπιπόθησις”
Understanding epipóthēsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
earnest (vehement) desire. - a longing for
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπιπόθησις
Phoneticep-ee-poth'-ay-sis
Transliterationepipóthēsis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
earnest (vehement) desire. - a longing for
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 7:7 | “And not by his coming only, but by the consolation wherewith he was comforted in you, when he told us your earnest desire, your mourning, your fervent mind toward me; so that I rejoiced the more.” Word: ἐπιπόθησις (epipóthēsis) | |
| 2 Corinthians 7:11 | “For behold this selfsame thing, that ye sorrowed after a godly sort, what carefulness it wrought in you, yea, what clearing of yourselves, yea, what indignation, yea, what fear, yea, what vehement desire, yea, what zeal, yea, what revenge! In all things ye have approved yourselves to be clear in this matter.” Word: ἐπιπόθησις (epipóthēsis) |