Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπίτροπος”
Understanding epítropos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
steward, tutor. - a commissioner, i.e. domestic manager, guardian
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπίτροπος
Phoneticep-it'-rop-os
Transliterationepítropos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
steward, tutor. - a commissioner, i.e. domestic manager, guardian
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 20:8 | “So when even was come, the lord of the vineyard saith unto his steward, Call the labourers, and give them their hire, beginning from the last unto the first.” Word: ἐπίτροπος (epítropos) | |
| Luke 8:3 | “And Joanna the wife of Chuza Herod’s steward, and Susanna, and many others, which ministered unto him of their substance.” Word: ἐπίτροπος (epítropos) | |
| Galatians 4:2 | “But is under tutors and governors until the time appointed of the father.” Word: ἐπίτροπος (epítropos) |