Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Ζακχαῖος”
Understanding Zakchaîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of Hebrew origin (compare זַכַּי) Zacchæus. - Zacchæus, an Israelite
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Ζακχαῖος
Phoneticdzak-chah'-ee-yos
TransliterationZakchaîos
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of Hebrew origin (compare זַכַּי) Zacchæus. - Zacchæus, an Israelite
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 19:2 | “And, behold, there was a man named Zaccheus, which was the chief among the publicans, and he was rich.” Word: Ζακχαῖος (Zakchaîos) | |
| Luke 19:5 | “And when Jesus came to the place, he looked up, and saw him, and said unto him, Zaccheus, make haste, and come down; for to day I must abide at thy house.” Word: Ζακχαῖος (Zakchaîos) | |
| Luke 19:8 | “And Zaccheus stood, and said unto the Lord; Behold, Lord, the half of my goods I give to the poor; and if I have taken any thing from any man by false accusation, I restore him fourfold.” Word: Ζακχαῖος (Zakchaîos) |