Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἱππεύς”
Understanding hippeús reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
horseman. - an equestrian, i.e. member of a cavalry corps
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἱππεύς
Phonetichip-yooce'
Transliterationhippeús
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
horseman. - an equestrian, i.e. member of a cavalry corps
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 23:23 | “And he called unto him two centurions, saying, Make ready two hundred soldiers to go to Cesarea, and horsemen threescore and ten, and spearmen two hundred, at the third hour of the night;” Word: ἱππεύς (hippeús) | |
| Acts 23:32 | “On the morrow they left the horsemen to go with him, and returned to the castle:” Word: ἱππεύς (hippeús) |