The meaning of “μεγαλεῖος”

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

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Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

μεγαλεῖος

Phoneticmeg-al-i'-os

Transliterationmegaleîos

Grammar Code

G:A

Greek Adjective

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

great things, wonderful works. - magnificent, i.e. (neuter, plural as noun) a conspicuous favor, or (subjectively) perfection

Scripture References

2 total references

Reference	Text
Luke 1:49	“For he that is mighty hath done to me great things; and holy is his name.”
Acts 2:11	“Cretes and Arabians, we do hear them speak in our tongues the wonderful works of God.”

Total Occurrences

Most Frequent Book

Luke

Book Distribution

Luke1

Acts1

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