Word Study

The meaning of μέγας

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

G3173
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

μέγας

Phoneticmeg'-as
Transliterationmégas
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

(including the prolonged forms, feminine , plural , etc.; compare also μέγιστος, μείζων) (+ fear) exceedingly, great(-est), high, large, loud, mighty, + (be) sore (afraid), strong, X to years. - big (literally or figuratively, in a very wide application)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

183 total references
ReferenceText
Matthew 22:36

Master, which is the great commandment in the law?

John 11:43

And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.

1 Corinthians 16:9

For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.

1 Timothy 6:6

But godliness with contentment is great gain.

Hebrews 10:35

Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward.

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
183x
Most Frequent Book
Revelation
Book Distribution
Matthew20
Mark14
Luke25
John5
Acts28
Romans1
1 Corinthians2
2 Corinthians1
Ephesians1
1 Timothy2
2 Timothy1
Titus1
Hebrews6
Jude1
Revelation75

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Greek meaning of 'μέγας' deepen your understanding of Matthew 22:36?