The meaning of “μεγαλειότης”
Understanding megaleiótēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
magnificence, majesty, mighty power. - superbness, i.e. glory or splendor
μεγαλειότης
magnificence, majesty, mighty power. - superbness, i.e. glory or splendor
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 9:43 | “And they were all amazed at the mighty power of God. But while they wondered every one at all things which Jesus did, he said unto his disciples,” Word: μεγαλειότης (megaleiótēs) | |
| Acts 19:27 | “So that not only this our craft is in danger to be set at nought; but also that the temple of the great goddess Diana should be despised, and her magnificence should be destroyed, whom all Asia and the world worshippeth.” Word: μεγαλειότης (megaleiótēs) | |
| 2 Peter 1:16 | “For we have not followed cunningly devised fables, when we made known unto you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of his majesty.” Word: μεγαλειότης (megaleiótēs) |