Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὄφελος”
Understanding óphelos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
advantageth, profit. - gain
G3786
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὄφελος
Phoneticof'-el-os
Transliterationóphelos
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
advantageth, profit. - gain
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Corinthians 15:32 | “If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus, what advantageth it me, if the dead rise not? let us eat and drink; for to morrow we die.” Word: ὄφελος (óphelos) | |
| James 2:14 | “What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him?” Word: ὄφελος (óphelos) | |
| James 2:16 | “And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ye give them not those things which are needful to the body; what doth it profit?” Word: ὄφελος (óphelos) |