Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπιφαίνω”
Understanding epiphaínō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
appear, give light. - to shine upon, i.e. become (literally) visible or (figuratively) known
G2014
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπιφαίνω
Phoneticep-ee-fah'-ee-no
Transliterationepiphaínō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
appear, give light. - to shine upon, i.e. become (literally) visible or (figuratively) known
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 1:79 | “To give light to them that sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.” Word: ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō) | |
| Acts 27:20 | “And when neither sun nor stars in many days appeared, and no small tempest lay on us, all hope that we should be saved was then taken away.” Word: ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō) | |
| Titus 2:11 | “For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men,” Word: ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō) | |
| Titus 3:4 | “But after that the kindness and love of God our Saviour toward man appeared,” Word: ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō) |