Greek Word Study
The meaning of “μόλις”
Understanding mólis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably by variation for μόγις hardly, scarce(-ly), + with much work. - with difficulty
G3433
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
μόλις
Phoneticmol'-is
Transliterationmólis
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably by variation for μόγις hardly, scarce(-ly), + with much work. - with difficulty
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 27:8 | “And, hardly passing it, came unto a place which is called The fair havens; nigh whereunto was the city of Lasea.” Word: μόλις (mólis) | |
| Romans 5:7 | “For scarcely for a righteous man will one die: yet peradventure for a good man some would even dare to die.” Word: μόλις (mólis) | |
| 1 Peter 4:18 | “And if the righteous scarcely be saved, where shall the ungodly and the sinner appear?” Word: μόλις (mólis) |