The meaning of “ὑψηλός”
Understanding hypsēlós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
high(-er, -ly) (esteemed). - lofty (in place or character)
ὑψηλός
high(-er, -ly) (esteemed). - lofty (in place or character)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 17:1 | “And after six days Jesus taketh Peter, James, and John his brother, and bringeth them up into an high mountain apart,” Word: ὑψηλός (hypsēlós) | |
| Mark 9:2 | “And after six days Jesus taketh with him Peter, and James, and John, and leadeth them up into an high mountain apart by themselves: and he was transfigured before them.” Word: ὑψηλός (hypsēlós) | |
| Luke 16:15 | “And he said unto them, Ye are they which justify yourselves before men; but God knoweth your hearts: for that which is highly esteemed among men is abomination in the sight of God.” Word: ὑψηλός (hypsēlós) | |
| Acts 13:17 | “The God of this people of Israel chose our fathers, and exalted the people when they dwelt as strangers in the land of Egypt, and with an high arm brought he them out of it.” Word: ὑψηλός (hypsēlós) | |
| Romans 12:16 | “Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.” Word: ὑψηλός (hypsēlós) |