Greek Word Study
The meaning of “εὐεργέτης”
Understanding euergétēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
benefactor. - a worker of good, i.e. (specially) a philanthropist
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
εὐεργέτης
Phoneticyoo-erg-et'-ace
Transliterationeuergétēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
benefactor. - a worker of good, i.e. (specially) a philanthropist
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 22:25 | “And he said unto them, The kings of the Gentiles exercise lordship over them; and they that exercise authority upon them are called benefactors.” Word: εὐεργέτης (euergétēs) |