Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κεφάλαιον”
Understanding kephálaion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
neuter of a derivative of κεφαλή sum. - a principal thing, i.e. main point - specially, an amount (of money)
G2774
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κεφάλαιον
Phonetickef-al'-ah-yon
Transliterationkephálaion
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
neuter of a derivative of κεφαλή sum. - a principal thing, i.e. main point - specially, an amount (of money)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 22:28 | “And the chief captain answered, With a great sum obtained I this freedom. And Paul said, But I was free born.” Word: κεφάλαιον (kephálaion) | |
| Hebrews 8:1 | “Now of the things which we have spoken this is the sum: We have such an high priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens;” Word: κεφάλαιον (kephálaion) |