Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κράτιστος”
Understanding krátistos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
superlative of a derivative of κράτος most excellent (noble). - strongest, i.e. (in dignity) very honorable
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κράτιστος
Phonetickrat'-is-tos
Transliterationkrátistos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
superlative of a derivative of κράτος most excellent (noble). - strongest, i.e. (in dignity) very honorable
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 1:3 | “It seemed good to me also, having had perfect understanding of all things from the very first, to write unto thee in order, most excellent Theophilus,” Word: κράτιστος (krátistos) | |
| Acts 23:26 | “Claudius Lysias unto the most excellent governor Felix sendeth greeting.” Word: κράτιστος (krátistos) | |
| Acts 24:3 | “We accept it always, and in all places, most noble Felix, with all thankfulness.” Word: κράτιστος (krátistos) | |
| Acts 26:25 | “But he said, I am not mad, most noble Festus; but speak forth the words of truth and soberness.” Word: κράτιστος (krátistos) |