Greek Word Study

The meaning of κτίστης

Understanding ktístēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

Creator. - a founder, i.e. God (as author of all things)

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κτίστης

Phoneticktis-tace'
Transliterationktístēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Creator. - a founder, i.e. God (as author of all things)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
1 Peter 4:19

Wherefore let them that suffer according to the will of God commit the keeping of their souls to him in well doing, as unto a faithful Creator.

Word: κτίστης (ktístēs)

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