Greek Word Study

The meaning of Ἀββᾶ

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

Definition

of Chaldee origin (אַב) Abba. - father as a vocative

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Ἀββᾶ

Phoneticab-bah'
TransliterationAbbâ
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of Chaldee origin (אַב) Abba. - father as a vocative

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

3 total references
ReferenceText
Mark 14:36

And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt.

Word: Ἀββᾶ (Abbâ)
Romans 8:15

For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.

Word: Ἀββᾶ (Abbâ)
Galatians 4:6

And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.

Word: Ἀββᾶ (Abbâ)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
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Most Frequent Book
Mark
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