Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πόῤῥω”
Understanding pórrhō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from πρό far, a great way off. - forwards, i.e. at a distance
G4206
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πόῤῥω
Phoneticpor'-rho
Transliterationpórrhō
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from πρό far, a great way off. - forwards, i.e. at a distance
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 15:8 | “This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.” Word: πόῤῥω (pórrhō) | |
| Mark 7:6 | “He answered and said unto them, Well hath Esaias prophesied of you hypocrites, as it is written, This people honoureth me with their lips, but their heart is far from me.” Word: πόῤῥω (pórrhō) | |
| Luke 14:32 | “Or else, while the other is yet a great way off, he sendeth an ambassage, and desireth conditions of peace.” Word: πόῤῥω (pórrhō) |