Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπιποθία”
Understanding epipothía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
great desire. - intense longing
G1974
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπιποθία
Phoneticep-ee-poth-ee'-ah
Transliterationepipothía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
great desire. - intense longing
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 15:23 | “But now having no more place in these parts, and having a great desire these many years to come unto you;” Word: ἐπιποθία (epipothía) |