Greek Word Study

The meaning of “μέσος”

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

Definition

among, X before them, between, + forth, mid(-day, -night), midst, way. - middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)

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G3319

Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

μέσος

Phoneticmes'-os

Transliterationmésos

Grammar Code

G:A

Greek Adjective

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

among, X before them, between, + forth, mid(-day, -night), midst, way. - middle (as an adjective or (neuter) noun)

Scripture References

50 total references

Reference	Text
Matthew 18:2	“And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them,” Word: μέσος (mésos)
Luke 17:11	“And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee.” Word: μέσος (mésos)
Acts 17:22	“Then Paul stood in the midst of Mars’ hill, and said, Ye men of Athens, I perceive that in all things ye are too superstitious.” Word: μέσος (mésos)
2 Corinthians 6:17	“Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you,” Word: μέσος (mésos)
Colossians 2:14	“Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;” Word: μέσος (mésos)