Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὠφέλεια”
Understanding ōphéleia reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
advantage, profit. - usefulness, i.e. benefit
G5622
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὠφέλεια
Phonetico-fel'-i-ah
Transliterationōphéleia
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
advantage, profit. - usefulness, i.e. benefit
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 3:1 | “What advantage then hath the Jew? or what profit is there of circumcision?” Word: ὠφέλεια (ōphéleia) | |
| Jude 1:16 | “These are murmurers, complainers, walking after their own lusts; and their mouth speaketh great swelling words, having men’s persons in admiration because of advantage.” Word: ὠφέλεια (ōphéleia) |