Greek Word Study
The meaning of “χαλεπός”
Understanding chalepós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
fierce, perilous. - difficult, i.e. dangerous, or (by implication) furious
G5467
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
χαλεπός
Phonetickhal-ep-os'
Transliterationchalepós
Grammar Code
G:A
Greek Adjective
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
fierce, perilous. - difficult, i.e. dangerous, or (by implication) furious
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 8:28 | “And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so that no man might pass by that way.” Word: χαλεπός (chalepós) | |
| 2 Timothy 3:1 | “This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.” Word: χαλεπός (chalepós) |