The meaning of “κεφαλή”
Understanding kephalḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
head. - the head (as the part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
κεφαλή
head. - the head (as the part most readily taken hold of), literally or figuratively
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:42 | “Jesus saith unto them, Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: this is the Lord’s doing, and it is marvellous in our eyes?” Word: κεφαλή (kephalḗ) | |
| Luke 12:7 | “But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.” Word: κεφαλή (kephalḗ) | |
| Acts 18:18 | “And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow.” Word: κεφαλή (kephalḗ) | |
| 1 Corinthians 11:7 | “For a man indeed ought not to cover his head, forasmuch as he is the image and glory of God: but the woman is the glory of the man.” Word: κεφαλή (kephalḗ) | |
| Colossians 2:10 | “And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and power:” Word: κεφαλή (kephalḗ) |