Greek Word Study
The meaning of “εὐλαβής”
Understanding eulabḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
devout. - taking well (carefully), i.e. circumspect (religiously, pious)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
εὐλαβής
Phoneticyoo-lab-ace'
Transliterationeulabḗs
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
devout. - taking well (carefully), i.e. circumspect (religiously, pious)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 2:25 | “And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him.” Word: εὐλαβής (eulabḗs) | |
| Acts 2:5 | “And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven.” Word: εὐλαβής (eulabḗs) | |
| Acts 8:2 | “And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and made great lamentation over him.” Word: εὐλαβής (eulabḗs) |