Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὑπήκοος”
Understanding hypḗkoos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
obedient. - attentively listening, i.e. (by implication) submissive
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὑπήκοος
Phonetichoop-ay'-ko-os
Transliterationhypḗkoos
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
obedient. - attentively listening, i.e. (by implication) submissive
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 2:9 | “For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.” Word: ὑπήκοος (hypḗkoos) | |
| Philippians 2:8 | “And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.” Word: ὑπήκοος (hypḗkoos) |