The meaning of “ὕψος”
Understanding hýpsos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
be exalted, height, (on) high. - elevation, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, (specially), the sky, or (figuratively) dignity
ὕψος
be exalted, height, (on) high. - elevation, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, (specially), the sky, or (figuratively) dignity
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 24:49 | “And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.” Word: ὕψος (hýpsos) | |
| Ephesians 4:8 | “Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men.” Word: ὕψος (hýpsos) | |
| James 1:9 | “Let the brother of low degree rejoice in that he is exalted:” Word: ὕψος (hýpsos) | |
| Revelation 21:16 | “And the city lieth foursquare, and the length is as large as the breadth: and he measured the city with the reed, twelve thousand furlongs. The length and the breadth and the height of it are equal.” Word: ὕψος (hýpsos) |