Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὕπαρξις”
Understanding hýparxis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
goods, substance. - existency or proprietorship, i.e. (concretely) property, wealth
G5223
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὕπαρξις
Phonetichoop'-arx-is
Transliterationhýparxis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
goods, substance. - existency or proprietorship, i.e. (concretely) property, wealth
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 2:45 | “And sold their possessions and goods, and parted them to all men, as every man had need.” Word: ὕπαρξις (hýparxis) | |
| Hebrews 10:34 | “For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in yourselves that ye have in heaven a better and an enduring substance.” Word: ὕπαρξις (hýparxis) |