Greek Word Study
The meaning of “εὐαγγελιστής”
Understanding euangelistḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
evangelist. - a preacher of the gospel
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
εὐαγγελιστής
Phoneticyoo-ang-ghel-is-tace'
Transliterationeuangelistḗs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
evangelist. - a preacher of the gospel
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 21:8 | “And the next day we that were of Paul’s company departed, and came unto Cesarea: and we entered into the house of Philip the evangelist, which was one of the seven; and abode with him.” Word: εὐαγγελιστής (euangelistḗs) | |
| Ephesians 4:11 | “And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;” Word: εὐαγγελιστής (euangelistḗs) | |
| 2 Timothy 4:5 | “But watch thou in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, make full proof of thy ministry.” Word: εὐαγγελιστής (euangelistḗs) |