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The meaning of λάθρα

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

Definition

adverb from λανθάνω privily, secretly. - privately

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λάθρα

Phoneticlath'-rah
Transliterationláthra
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

adverb from λανθάνω privily, secretly. - privately

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

4 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 1:19

Then Joseph her husband, being a just man, and not willing to make her a publick example, was minded to put her away privily.

Word: λάθρα (láthra)
Matthew 2:7

Then Herod, when he had privily called the wise men, enquired of them diligently what time the star appeared.

Word: λάθρα (láthra)
John 11:28

And when she had so said, she went her way, and called Mary her sister secretly, saying, The Master is come, and calleth for thee.

Word: λάθρα (láthra)
Acts 16:37

But Paul said unto them, They have beaten us openly uncondemned, being Romans, and have cast us into prison; and now do they thrust us out privily? nay verily; but let them come themselves and fetch us out.

Word: λάθρα (láthra)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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