The meaning of “μόνον”
Understanding mónon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter of μόνος as adverb alone, but, only. - merely
μόνον
neuter of μόνος as adverb alone, but, only. - merely
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 10:42 | “And whosoever shall give to drink unto one of these little ones a cup of cold water only in the name of a disciple, verily I say unto you, he shall in no wise lose his reward. ” Word: μόνον (mónon) | |
| John 12:9 | “Much people of the Jews therefore knew that he was there: and they came not for Jesus’ sake only, but that they might see Lazarus also, whom he had raised from the dead.” Word: μόνον (mónon) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:19 | “If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men most miserable.” Word: μόνον (mónon) | |
| Ephesians 1:21 | “Far above all principality, and power, and might, and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in this world, but also in that which is to come:” Word: μόνον (mónon) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 2:7 | “For the mystery of iniquity doth already work: only he who now letteth will let, until he be taken out of the way.” Word: μόνον (mónon) |