The meaning of “μακράν”
Understanding makrán reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
feminine accusative case singular of μακρός (ὁδός being implied) (a-)far (off), good (great) way off. - at a distance (l...
μακράν
feminine accusative case singular of μακρός (ὁδός being implied) (a-)far (off), good (great) way off. - at a distance (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 8:30 | “And there was a good way off from them an herd of many swine feeding.” Word: μακράν (makrán) | |
| Mark 12:34 | “And when Jesus saw that he answered discreetly, he said unto him, Thou art not far from the kingdom of God. And no man after that durst ask him any question.” Word: μακράν (makrán) | |
| Luke 15:20 | “And he arose, and came to his father. But when he was yet a great way off, his father saw him, and had compassion, and ran, and fell on his neck, and kissed him.” Word: μακράν (makrán) | |
| John 21:8 | “And the other disciples came in a little ship; (for they were not far from land, but as it were two hundred cubits,) dragging the net with fishes.” Word: μακράν (makrán) | |
| Acts 22:21 | “And he said unto me, Depart: for I will send thee far hence unto the Gentiles.” Word: μακράν (makrán) |