Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Ἰσραηλίτης”
Understanding Israēlítēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
Israelite. - an "Israelite", i.e. descendant of Israel (literally or figuratively)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Ἰσραηλίτης
Phoneticis-rah-ale-ee'-tace
TransliterationIsraēlítēs
Grammar Code
N:N--PG
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
Israelite. - an "Israelite", i.e. descendant of Israel (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
9 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 1:47 | “Jesus saw Nathanael coming to him, and saith of him, Behold an Israelite indeed, in whom is no guile!” Word: Ἰσραηλίτης (Israēlítēs) | |
| Acts 5:35 | “And said unto them, Ye men of Israel, take heed to yourselves what ye intend to do as touching these men.” Word: Ἰσραηλίτης (Israēlítēs) | |
| Romans 11:1 | “I say then, Hath God cast away his people? God forbid. For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of Abraham, of the tribe of Benjamin.” Word: Ἰσραηλίτης (Israēlítēs) | |
| 2 Corinthians 11:22 | “Are they Hebrews? so am I. Are they Israelites? so am I. Are they the seed of Abraham? so am I.” Word: Ἰσραηλίτης (Israēlítēs) |