Greek Word Study
The meaning of “παροξυσμός”
Understanding paroxysmós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
contention, provoke unto. - incitement (to good), or dispute (in anger)
G3948
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
παροξυσμός
Phoneticpar-ox-oos-mos'
Transliterationparoxysmós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
contention, provoke unto. - incitement (to good), or dispute (in anger)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 15:39 | “And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;” Word: παροξυσμός (paroxysmós) | |
| Hebrews 10:24 | “And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:” Word: παροξυσμός (paroxysmós) |