Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὄρθρος”
Understanding órthros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
early in the morning. - dawn (as sun-rise, rising of light) - by extension, morn
G3722
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὄρθρος
Phoneticor'-thros
Transliterationórthros
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
early in the morning. - dawn (as sun-rise, rising of light) - by extension, morn
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 24:1 | “Now upon the first day of the week, very early in the morning, they came unto the sepulchre, bringing the spices which they had prepared, and certain others with them.” Word: ὄρθρος (órthros) | |
| John 8:2 | “And early in the morning he came again into the temple, and all the people came unto him; and he sat down, and taught them.” Word: ὄρθρος (órthros) |