Greek Word Study
The meaning of “προστάτις”
Understanding prostátis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
feminine of a derivative of προΐστημι succourer. - a patroness, i.e. assistant
G4368
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
προστάτις
Phoneticpros-tat'-is
Transliterationprostátis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
feminine of a derivative of προΐστημι succourer. - a patroness, i.e. assistant
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 16:2 | “That ye receive her in the Lord, as becometh saints, and that ye assist her in whatsoever business she hath need of you: for she hath been a succourer of many, and of myself also.” Word: προστάτις (prostátis) |