Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὕβρις”
Understanding hýbris reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
harm, hurt, reproach. - insolence (as over-bearing), i.e. insult, injury
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὕβρις
Phonetichoo'-bris
Transliterationhýbris
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
harm, hurt, reproach. - insolence (as over-bearing), i.e. insult, injury
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 27:10 | “And said unto them, Sirs, I perceive that this voyage will be with hurt and much damage, not only of the lading and ship, but also of our lives.” Word: ὕβρις (hýbris) | |
| Acts 27:21 | “But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss.” Word: ὕβρις (hýbris) | |
| 2 Corinthians 12:10 | “Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.” Word: ὕβρις (hýbris) |