The meaning of “ἰσχύς”
Understanding ischýs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
ability, might(-ily), power, strength. - compare , a form of ἔχω) - forcefulness (literally or figuratively)
ἰσχύς
ability, might(-ily), power, strength. - compare , a form of ἔχω) - forcefulness (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 12:33 | “And to love him with all the heart, and with all the understanding, and with all the soul, and with all the strength, and to love his neighbour as himself, is more than all whole burnt offerings and sacrifices.” Word: ἰσχύς (ischýs) | |
| Luke 10:27 | “And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.” Word: ἰσχύς (ischýs) | |
| Ephesians 6:10 | “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.” Word: ἰσχύς (ischýs) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 1:9 | “Who shall be punished with everlasting destruction from the presence of the Lord, and from the glory of his power;” Word: ἰσχύς (ischýs) | |
| 1 Peter 4:11 | “If any man speak, let him speak as the oracles of God; if any man minister, let him do it as of the ability which God giveth: that God in all things may be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom be praise and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.” Word: ἰσχύς (ischýs) |