The meaning of “ἀντί”
Understanding antí reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
a primary particle for, in the room of. - opposite, i.e. instead or because of (rarely in addition to)
ἀντί
a primary particle for, in the room of. - opposite, i.e. instead or because of (rarely in addition to)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 17:27 | “Notwithstanding, lest we should offend them, go thou to the sea, and cast an hook, and take up the fish that first cometh up; and when thou hast opened his mouth, thou shalt find a piece of money: that take, and give unto them for me and thee. ” Word: ἀντί (antí) | |
| Luke 12:3 | “Therefore whatsoever ye have spoken in darkness shall be heard in the light; and that which ye have spoken in the ear in closets shall be proclaimed upon the housetops.” Word: ἀντί (antí) | |
| Acts 12:23 | “And immediately the angel of the Lord smote him, because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost.” Word: ἀντί (antí) | |
| 1 Corinthians 11:15 | “But if a woman have long hair, it is a glory to her: for her hair is given her for a covering.” Word: ἀντί (antí) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:15 | “See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. ” Word: ἀντί (antí) |