Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πολιτάρχης”
Understanding politárchēs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
ruler of the city. - a town-officer, i.e. magistrate
G4173
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πολιτάρχης
Phoneticpol-it-ar'-khace
Transliterationpolitárchēs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
ruler of the city. - a town-officer, i.e. magistrate
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 17:6 | “And when they found them not, they drew Jason and certain brethren unto the rulers of the city, crying, These that have turned the world upside down are come hither also;” Word: πολιτάρχης (politárchēs) | |
| Acts 17:8 | “And they troubled the people and the rulers of the city, when they heard these things.” Word: πολιτάρχης (politárchēs) |