Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σεμνός”
Understanding semnós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
grave, honest. - venerable, i.e. honorable
G4586
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σεμνός
Phoneticsem-nos'
Transliterationsemnós
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
grave, honest. - venerable, i.e. honorable
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
4 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Philippians 4:8 | “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” Word: σεμνός (semnós) | |
| 1 Timothy 3:8 | “Likewise must the deacons be grave, not doubletongued, not given to much wine, not greedy of filthy lucre;” Word: σεμνός (semnós) | |
| 1 Timothy 3:11 | “Even so must their wives be grave, not slanderers, sober, faithful in all things.” Word: σεμνός (semnós) | |
| Titus 2:2 | “That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience.” Word: σεμνός (semnós) |