Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἡδέως”
Understanding hēdéōs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from a derivative of the base of ἡδονή gladly. - sweetly, i.e. (figuratively) with pleasure
G2234
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἡδέως
Phonetichay-deh'-oce
Transliterationhēdéōs
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from a derivative of the base of ἡδονή gladly. - sweetly, i.e. (figuratively) with pleasure
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 6:20 | “For Herod feared John, knowing that he was a just man and an holy, and observed him; and when he heard him, he did many things, and heard him gladly.” Word: ἡδέως (hēdéōs) | |
| Mark 12:37 | “David therefore himself calleth him Lord; and whence is he then his son? And the common people heard him gladly.” Word: ἡδέως (hēdéōs) | |
| 2 Corinthians 11:19 | “For ye suffer fools gladly, seeing ye yourselves are wise.” Word: ἡδέως (hēdéōs) |