Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πονηρότερος”
Understanding ponēróteros reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
comparative of πονηρός more wicked. - more evil
G4191
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πονηρότερος
Phoneticpon-ay-rot'-er-os
Transliterationponēróteros
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
comparative of πονηρός more wicked. - more evil
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:45 | “Then goeth he, and taketh with himself seven other spirits more wicked than himself, and they enter in and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first. Even so shall it be also unto this wicked generation.” Word: πονηρότερος (ponēróteros) | |
| Luke 11:26 | “Then goeth he, and taketh to him seven other spirits more wicked than himself; and they enter in, and dwell there: and the last state of that man is worse than the first.” Word: πονηρότερος (ponēróteros) |