The meaning of “ὑπερέχω”
Understanding hyperéchō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
better, excellency, higher, pass, supreme. - to hold oneself above, i.e. (figuratively) to excel - participle (as adject...
ὑπερέχω
better, excellency, higher, pass, supreme. - to hold oneself above, i.e. (figuratively) to excel - participle (as adjective, or neuter as noun) superior, superiority
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 13:1 | “Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” Word: ὑπερέχω (hyperéchō) | |
| Philippians 2:3 | “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.” Word: ὑπερέχω (hyperéchō) | |
| Philippians 3:8 | “Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ,” Word: ὑπερέχω (hyperéchō) | |
| Philippians 4:7 | “And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Word: ὑπερέχω (hyperéchō) | |
| 1 Peter 2:13 | “Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;” Word: ὑπερέχω (hyperéchō) |