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The meaning of Ἰάειρος

Understanding Iáeiros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

of Hebrew origin (יָאִיר) Jairus. - Jairus (i.e. Jair), an Israelite

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Ἰάειρος

Phoneticee-ah'-i-ros
TransliterationIáeiros
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of Hebrew origin (יָאִיר) Jairus. - Jairus (i.e. Jair), an Israelite

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Mark 5:22

And, behold, there cometh one of the rulers of the synagogue, Jairus by name; and when he saw him, he fell at his feet,

Word: Ἰάειρος (Iáeiros)
Luke 8:41

And, behold, there came a man named Jairus, and he was a ruler of the synagogue: and he fell down at Jesus’ feet, and besought him that he would come into his house:

Word: Ἰάειρος (Iáeiros)

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Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
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