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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

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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
ReferenceText
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)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
3x
Most Frequent Book
Matthew
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