Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μιμητής”
Understanding mimētḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
follower. - an imitator
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μιμητής
Phoneticmim-ay-tace'
Transliterationmimētḗs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
follower. - an imitator
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
7 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 11:1 | “Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ.” Word: μιμητής (mimētḗs) | |
| Ephesians 5:1 | “Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children;” Word: μιμητής (mimētḗs) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 2:14 | “For ye, brethren, became followers of the churches of God which in Judea are in Christ Jesus: for ye also have suffered like things of your own countrymen, even as they have of the Jews:” Word: μιμητής (mimētḗs) | |
| Hebrews 6:12 | “That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.” Word: μιμητής (mimētḗs) | |
| 1 Peter 3:13 | “And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?” Word: μιμητής (mimētḗs) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
7x
Most Frequent Book
1 Corinthians