Greek Word Study
The meaning of “οἰκεῖος”
Understanding oikeîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
(those) of the (his own) house(-hold). - domestic, i.e. (as noun), a relative, adherent
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
οἰκεῖος
Phoneticoy-ki'-os
Transliterationoikeîos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
(those) of the (his own) house(-hold). - domestic, i.e. (as noun), a relative, adherent
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Galatians 6:10 | “As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.” Word: οἰκεῖος (oikeîos) | |
| Ephesians 2:19 | “Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God;” Word: οἰκεῖος (oikeîos) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:8 | “But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.” Word: οἰκεῖος (oikeîos) |