The meaning of “κανών”
Understanding kanṓn reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
line, rule. - a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice) - by implication, a boundary, i.e...
κανών
line, rule. - a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice) - by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 10:13 | “But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.” Word: κανών (kanṓn) | |
| 2 Corinthians 10:15 | “Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men’s labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,” Word: κανών (kanṓn) | |
| 2 Corinthians 10:16 | “To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand.” Word: κανών (kanṓn) | |
| Galatians 6:16 | “And as many as walk according to this rule, peace be on them, and mercy, and upon the Israel of God.” Word: κανών (kanṓn) | |
| Philippians 3:16 | “Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing.” Word: κανών (kanṓn) |