The meaning of “μέγας”
Understanding mégas reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
(including the prolonged forms, feminine , plural , etc.; compare also μέγιστος, μείζων) (+ fear) exceedingly, great(-es...
μέγας
(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)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 22:36 | “Master, which is the great commandment in the law?” Word: μέγας (mégas) | |
| John 11:43 | “And when he thus had spoken, he cried with a loud voice, Lazarus, come forth.” Word: μέγας (mégas) | |
| 1 Corinthians 16:9 | “For a great door and effectual is opened unto me, and there are many adversaries.” Word: μέγας (mégas) | |
| 1 Timothy 6:6 | “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” Word: μέγας (mégas) | |
| Hebrews 10:35 | “Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward.” Word: μέγας (mégas) |