The meaning of “μικρόν”
Understanding mikrón reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
masculine or neuter singular of μικρός (as noun) a (little) (while). - a small space of time or degree
μικρόν
masculine or neuter singular of μικρός (as noun) a (little) (while). - a small space of time or degree
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:73 | “And after a while came unto him they that stood by, and said to Peter, Surely thou also art one of them; for thy speech bewrayeth thee.” Word: μικρόν (mikrón) | |
| Mark 14:70 | “And he denied it again. And a little after, they that stood by said again to Peter, Surely thou art one of them: for thou art a Galilean, and thy speech agreeth thereto. ” Word: μικρόν (mikrón) | |
| John 16:17 | “Then said some of his disciples among themselves, What is this that he saith unto us, A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me: and, Because I go to the Father?” Word: μικρόν (mikrón) | |
| 2 Corinthians 11:16 | “I say again, Let no man think me a fool; if otherwise, yet as a fool receive me, that I may boast myself a little.” Word: μικρόν (mikrón) | |
| Hebrews 10:37 | “For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.” Word: μικρόν (mikrón) |