The meaning of “μεγαλύνω”
Understanding megalýnō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
enlarge, magnify, shew great. - to make (or declare) great, i.e. increase or (figuratively) extol
μεγαλύνω
enlarge, magnify, shew great. - to make (or declare) great, i.e. increase or (figuratively) extol
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:5 | “But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments,” Word: μεγαλύνω (megalýnō) | |
| Luke 1:58 | “And her neighbours and her cousins heard how the Lord had shewed great mercy upon her; and they rejoiced with her.” Word: μεγαλύνω (megalýnō) | |
| Acts 10:46 | “For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter,” Word: μεγαλύνω (megalýnō) | |
| 2 Corinthians 10:15 | “Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men’s labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,” Word: μεγαλύνω (megalýnō) | |
| Philippians 1:20 | “According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death.” Word: μεγαλύνω (megalýnō) |