The meaning of “χήρα”
Understanding chḗra reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
feminine of a presumed derivative apparently from the base of χάσμα through the idea of deficiency widow. - a widow (as ...
χήρα
feminine of a presumed derivative apparently from the base of χάσμα through the idea of deficiency widow. - a widow (as lacking a husband), literally or figuratively
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:14 | “Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye devour widows’ houses, and for a pretence make long prayer: therefore ye shall receive the greater damnation.” Word: χήρα (chḗra) | |
| Mark 12:42 | “And there came a certain poor widow, and she threw in two mites, which make a farthing.” Word: χήρα (chḗra) | |
| Luke 18:3 | “And there was a widow in that city; and she came unto him, saying, Avenge me of mine adversary.” Word: χήρα (chḗra) | |
| Acts 9:39 | “Then Peter arose and went with them. When he was come, they brought him into the upper chamber: and all the widows stood by him weeping, and shewing the coats and garments which Dorcas made, while she was with them.” Word: χήρα (chḗra) | |
| 1 Corinthians 7:8 | “I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is good for them if they abide even as I.” Word: χήρα (chḗra) |