Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πέρυσι”
Understanding pérysi reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from πέρας + a year ago. - the by-gone, i.e. (as noun) last year
G4070
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πέρυσι
Phoneticper'-oo-si
Transliterationpérysi
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from πέρας + a year ago. - the by-gone, i.e. (as noun) last year
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 8:10 | “And herein I give my advice: for this is expedient for you, who have begun before, not only to do, but also to be forward a year ago.” Word: πέρυσι (pérysi) | |
| 2 Corinthians 9:2 | “For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.” Word: πέρυσι (pérysi) |