Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἑπτάκις”
Understanding heptákis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from ἑπτά seven times.
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἑπτάκις
Phonetichep-tak-is'
Transliterationheptákis
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from ἑπτά seven times.
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 18:21 | “Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?” Word: ἑπτάκις (heptákis) | |
| Matthew 18:22 | “Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.” Word: ἑπτάκις (heptákis) | |
| Luke 17:4 | “And if he trespass against thee seven times in a day, and seven times in a day turn again to thee, saying, I repent; thou shalt forgive him.” Word: ἑπτάκις (heptákis) |