The meaning of “ὄντως”
Understanding óntōs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
adverb of the oblique cases of ὤν certainly, clean, indeed, of a truth, verily. - really
ὄντως
adverb of the oblique cases of ὤν certainly, clean, indeed, of a truth, verily. - really
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 11:32 | “But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.” Word: ὄντως (óntōs) | |
| Luke 24:34 | “Saying, The Lord is risen indeed, and hath appeared to Simon.” Word: ὄντως (óntōs) | |
| John 8:36 | “If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed.” Word: ὄντως (óntōs) | |
| 1 Corinthians 14:25 | “And thus are the secrets of his heart made manifest; and so falling down on his face he will worship God, and report that God is in you of a truth.” Word: ὄντως (óntōs) | |
| Galatians 3:21 | “Is the law then against the promises of God? God forbid: for if there had been a law given which could have given life, verily righteousness should have been by the law.” Word: ὄντως (óntōs) |