Greek Word Study

The meaning of πρόγονος

Understanding prógonos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

forefather, parent. - an ancestor, (grand-)parent

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πρόγονος

Phoneticprog'-on-os
Transliterationprógonos
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

forefather, parent. - an ancestor, (grand-)parent

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
1 Timothy 5:4

But if any widow have children or nephews, let them learn first to shew piety at home, and to requite their parents: for that is good and acceptable before God.

Word: πρόγονος (prógonos)
2 Timothy 1:3

I thank God, whom I serve from my forefathers with pure conscience, that without ceasing I have remembrance of thee in my prayers night and day;

Word: πρόγονος (prógonos)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
1 Timothy
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