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The meaning of ῥήτωρ

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

Definition

orator. - a speaker, i.e. (by implication) a forensic advocate

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ῥήτωρ

Phonetichray'-tore
Transliterationrhḗtōr
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

orator. - a speaker, i.e. (by implication) a forensic advocate

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 24:1

And after five days Ananias the high priest descended with the elders, and with a certain orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul.

Word: ῥήτωρ (rhḗtōr)

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Acts
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