Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀναγκαστῶς”
Understanding anankastōs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from a derivative of ἀναγκάζω by constraint. - compulsorily
G317
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀναγκαστῶς
Phonetican-ang-kas-toce'
Transliterationanankastōs
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from a derivative of ἀναγκάζω by constraint. - compulsorily
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Peter 5:2 | “Feed the flock of God which is among you, taking the oversight thereof, not by constraint, but willingly; not for filthy lucre, but of a ready mind;” Word: ἀναγκαστῶς (anankastōs) |