Greek Word Study

The meaning of ὁρμή

Understanding hormḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

of uncertain affinity assault. - a violent impulse, i.e. onset

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ὁρμή

Phonetichor-may'
Transliterationhormḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of uncertain affinity assault. - a violent impulse, i.e. onset

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 14:5

And when there was an assault made both of the Gentiles, and also of the Jews with their rulers, to use them despitefully, and to stone them,

Word: ὁρμή (hormḗ)
James 3:4

Behold also the ships, which though they be so great, and are driven of fierce winds, yet are they turned about with a very small helm, whithersoever the governor listeth.

Word: ὁρμή (hormḗ)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
Book Distribution

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