Greek Word Study
The meaning of “νῖκος”
Understanding nîkos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
victory. - a conquest (concretely), i.e. (by implication) triumph
G3534
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
νῖκος
Phoneticnee'-kos
Transliterationnîkos
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
victory. - a conquest (concretely), i.e. (by implication) triumph
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:20 | “A bruised reed shall he not break, and smoking flax shall he not quench, till he send forth judgment unto victory.” Word: νῖκος (nîkos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:54 | “So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.” Word: νῖκος (nîkos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:55 | “O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory?” Word: νῖκος (nîkos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 15:57 | “But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Word: νῖκος (nîkos) |