Greek Word Study
The meaning of “παραχρῆμα”
Understanding parachrēma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
forthwith, immediately, presently, straightway, soon. - at the thing itself, i.e. instantly
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
παραχρῆμα
Phoneticpar-akh-ray'-mah
Transliterationparachrēma
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
forthwith, immediately, presently, straightway, soon. - at the thing itself, i.e. instantly
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
19 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 21:20 | “And when the disciples saw it, they marvelled, saying, How soon is the fig tree withered away!” Word: παραχρῆμα (parachrēma) | |
| Luke 8:55 | “And her spirit came again, and she arose straightway: and he commanded to give her meat.” Word: παραχρῆμα (parachrēma) | |
| Acts 12:23 | “And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost.” Word: παραχρῆμα (parachrēma) |