Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἥττον”
Understanding hḗtton reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
neuter of comparative of (slightly) used for that of κακός less, worse. - worse (as noun) - by implication, less (as adv...
G2276
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἥττον
Phonetichate'-ton
Transliterationhḗtton
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
neuter of comparative of (slightly) used for that of κακός less, worse. - worse (as noun) - by implication, less (as adverb)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 11:17 | “Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better, but for the worse.” Word: ἥττον (hḗtton) | |
| 2 Corinthians 12:15 | “And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.” Word: ἥττον (hḗtton) |