Greek Word Study
The meaning of “αὔξησις”
Understanding aúxēsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
increase. - growth
G838
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
αὔξησις
Phoneticowx'-ay-sis
Transliterationaúxēsis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
increase. - growth
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesians 4:16 | “From whom the whole body fitly joined together and compacted by that which every joint supplieth, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, maketh increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love.” Word: αὔξησις (aúxēsis) | |
| Colossians 2:19 | “And not holding the Head, from which all the body by joints and bands having nourishment ministered, and knit together, increaseth with the increase of God.” Word: αὔξησις (aúxēsis) |