Greek Word Study
The meaning of “τοὐναντίον”
Understanding tounantíon reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
contraction for the neuter of ὁ and ἐναντίον contrariwise. - on the contrary
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
τοὐναντίον
Phonetictoo-nan-tee'-on
Transliterationtounantíon
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
contraction for the neuter of ὁ and ἐναντίον contrariwise. - on the contrary
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 2:7 | “So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow.” Word: τοὐναντίον (tounantíon) | |
| Galatians 2:7 | “But contrariwise, when they saw that the gospel of the uncircumcision was committed unto me, as the gospel of the circumcision was unto Peter;” Word: τοὐναντίον (tounantíon) | |
| 1 Peter 3:9 | “Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.” Word: τοὐναντίον (tounantíon) |