The meaning of “ἅπας”
Understanding hápas reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
all (things), every (one), whole. - absolutely all or (singular) every one
ἅπας
all (things), every (one), whole. - absolutely all or (singular) every one
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 24:39 | “And knew not until the flood came, and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.” Word: ἅπας (hápas) | |
| Mark 11:32 | “But if we shall say, Of men; they feared the people: for all men counted John, that he was a prophet indeed.” Word: ἅπας (hápas) | |
| Luke 9:15 | “And they did so, and made them all sit down.” Word: ἅπας (hápas) | |
| Acts 5:16 | “There came also a multitude out of the cities round about unto Jerusalem, bringing sick folks, and them which were vexed with unclean spirits: and they were healed every one.” Word: ἅπας (hápas) | |
| Ephesians 6:13 | “Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand.” Word: ἅπας (hápas) |