Word Study

The meaning of ἀνεψιός

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

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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

ἀνεψιός

Phonetican-eps'-ee-os
Transliterationanepsiós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

sister's son. - properly, akin, i.e. (specially) a cousin

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Colossians 4:10

Aristarchus my fellowprisoner saluteth you, and Marcus, sister’s son to Barnabas, (touching whom ye received commandments: if he come unto you, receive him;)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
1x
Most Frequent Book
Colossians
Book Distribution
Colossians1

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Greek meaning of 'ἀνεψιός' deepen your understanding of Colossians 4:10?