The meaning of “μεσονύκτιον”
Understanding mesonýktion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter of compound of μέσος and νύξ midnight. - midnight (especially as a watch)
μεσονύκτιον
neuter of compound of μέσος and νύξ midnight. - midnight (especially as a watch)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 13:35 | “Watch ye therefore: for ye know not when the master of the house cometh, at even, or at midnight, or at the cockcrowing, or in the morning:” Word: μεσονύκτιον (mesonýktion) | |
| Luke 11:5 | “And he said unto them, Which of you shall have a friend, and shall go unto him at midnight, and say unto him, Friend, lend me three loaves;” Word: μεσονύκτιον (mesonýktion) | |
| Acts 16:25 | “And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them.” Word: μεσονύκτιον (mesonýktion) | |
| Acts 20:7 | “And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them, ready to depart on the morrow; and continued his speech until midnight.” Word: μεσονύκτιον (mesonýktion) |