Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μετάθεσις”
Understanding metáthesis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
change, removing, translation. - transposition, i.e. transferral (to heaven), disestablishment (of a law)
G3331
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μετάθεσις
Phoneticmet-ath'-es-is
Transliterationmetáthesis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
change, removing, translation. - transposition, i.e. transferral (to heaven), disestablishment (of a law)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 7:12 | “For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.” Word: μετάθεσις (metáthesis) | |
| Hebrews 11:5 | “By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God.” Word: μετάθεσις (metáthesis) | |
| Hebrews 12:27 | “And this word, Yet once more, signifieth the removing of those things that are shaken, as of things that are made, that those things which cannot be shaken may remain.” Word: μετάθεσις (metáthesis) |