Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀρά”
Understanding ará reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably from αἴρω curse. - properly, prayer (as lifted to Heaven), i.e. (by implication) imprecation
G685
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀρά
Phoneticar-ah'
Transliterationará
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably from αἴρω curse. - properly, prayer (as lifted to Heaven), i.e. (by implication) imprecation
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 3:14 | “Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness:” Word: ἀρά (ará) |