Greek Word Study
The meaning of “χειραγωγός”
Understanding cheiragōgós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
some to lead by the hand. - a hand-leader, i.e. personal conductor (of a blind person)
G5497
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
χειραγωγός
Phonetickhi-rag-o-gos'
Transliterationcheiragōgós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
some to lead by the hand. - a hand-leader, i.e. personal conductor (of a blind person)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 13:11 | “And now, behold, the hand of the Lord is upon thee, and thou shalt be blind, not seeing the sun for a season. And immediately there fell on him a mist and a darkness; and he went about seeking some to lead him by the hand.” Word: χειραγωγός (cheiragōgós) |