Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἀφορμή”
Understanding aphormḗ reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
occasion. - a starting-point, i.e. (figuratively) an opportunity
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἀφορμή
Phoneticaf-or-may'
Transliterationaphormḗ
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
occasion. - a starting-point, i.e. (figuratively) an opportunity
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 7:11 | “For sin, taking occasion by the commandment, deceived me, and by it slew me. ” Word: ἀφορμή (aphormḗ) | |
| 2 Corinthians 11:12 | “But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.” Word: ἀφορμή (aphormḗ) | |
| Galatians 5:13 | “For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.” Word: ἀφορμή (aphormḗ) | |
| 1 Timothy 5:14 | “I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully.” Word: ἀφορμή (aphormḗ) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
6x
Most Frequent Book
Romans