Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἄνω”
Understanding ánō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
adverb from ἀντί above, brim, high, up. - upward or on the top
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἄνω
Phonetican'-o
Transliterationánō
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
adverb from ἀντί above, brim, high, up. - upward or on the top
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
9 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| John 8:23 | “And he said unto them, Ye are from beneath; I am from above: ye are of this world; I am not of this world.” Word: ἄνω (ánō) | |
| Acts 2:19 | “And I will shew wonders in heaven above, and signs in the earth beneath; blood, and fire, and vapour of smoke:” Word: ἄνω (ánō) | |
| Galatians 4:26 | “But Jerusalem which is above is free, which is the mother of us all.” Word: ἄνω (ánō) | |
| Philippians 3:14 | “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” Word: ἄνω (ánō) | |
| Colossians 3:2 | “Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.” Word: ἄνω (ánō) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
9x
Most Frequent Book
John