Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἦχος”
Understanding ēchos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
of uncertain affinity fame, sound. - a loud or confused noise ("echo"), i.e. roar - figuratively, a rumor
G2279
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἦχος
Phoneticay'-khos
Transliterationēchos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
of uncertain affinity fame, sound. - a loud or confused noise ("echo"), i.e. roar - figuratively, a rumor
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 4:37 | “And the fame of him went out into every place of the country round about.” Word: ἦχος (ēchos) | |
| Acts 2:2 | “And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting.” Word: ἦχος (ēchos) | |
| Hebrews 12:19 | “And the sound of a trumpet, and the voice of words; which voice they that heard intreated that the word should not be spoken to them any more:” Word: ἦχος (ēchos) |