Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀνοχή”
Understanding anochḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
forbearance. - self-restraint, i.e. tolerance
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀνοχή
Phonetican-okh-ay'
Transliterationanochḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
forbearance. - self-restraint, i.e. tolerance
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 2:4 | “Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?” Word: ἀνοχή (anochḗ) | |
| Romans 3:25 | “Whom God hath set forth to be a propitiation through faith in his blood, to declare his righteousness for the remission of sins that are past, through the forbearance of God;” Word: ἀνοχή (anochḗ) |