Greek Word Study

The meaning of “ἐὰν μή”

Understanding eàn mḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

i.e. ἐάν and μή X before, but, except, if, no, (if, + whosoever) not. - if not, i.e. unless

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Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

ἐὰν μή

Phoneticeh-an' may

Transliterationeàn mḗ

Grammar Code

G:COND + G:PRT-N

Greek, COND

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

i.e. ἐάν and μή X before, but, except, if, no, (if, + whosoever) not. - if not, i.e. unless

Scripture References

58 total references

Reference	Text
Matthew 12:29	“Or else how can one enter into a strong man’s house, and spoil his goods, except he first bind the strong man? and then he will spoil his house.” Word: ἐὰν μή (eàn mḗ)
Luke 13:5	“I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all likewise perish.” Word: ἐὰν μή (eàn mḗ)
Acts 15:1	“And certain men which came down from Judea taught the brethren, and said, Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.” Word: ἐὰν μή (eàn mḗ)
1 Corinthians 14:9	“So likewise ye, except ye utter by the tongue words easy to be understood, how shall it be known what is spoken? for ye shall speak into the air.” Word: ἐὰν μή (eàn mḗ)
2 Thessalonians 2:3	“Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition;” Word: ἐὰν μή (eàn mḗ)