Greek Word Study
The meaning of “πτωχεία”
Understanding ptōcheía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
poverty. - beggary, i.e. indigence (literally or figuratively)
G4432
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
πτωχεία
Phoneticpto-khi'-ah
Transliterationptōcheía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
poverty. - beggary, i.e. indigence (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 8:9 | “For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.” Word: πτωχεία (ptōcheía) | |
| Revelation 2:9 | “I know thy works, and tribulation, and poverty, (but thou art rich) and I know the blasphemy of them which say they are Jews, and are not, but are the synagogue of Satan.” Word: πτωχεία (ptōcheía) |