Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μάχη”
Understanding máchē reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fighting, strive, striving. - a battle, i.e. (figuratively) controversy
G3163
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μάχη
Phoneticmakh'-ay
Transliterationmáchē
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fighting, strive, striving. - a battle, i.e. (figuratively) controversy
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 7:5 | “For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears.” Word: μάχη (máchē) | |
| 2 Timothy 2:23 | “But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes.” Word: μάχη (máchē) | |
| Titus 3:9 | “But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.” Word: μάχη (máchē) | |
| James 4:1 | “From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members?” Word: μάχη (máchē) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
4x
Most Frequent Book
2 Corinthians