Greek Word Study
The meaning of “βιαστής”
Understanding biastḗs reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
violent. - a forcer, i.e. (figuratively) energetic
G973
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
βιαστής
Phoneticbee-as-tace'
Transliterationbiastḗs
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
violent. - a forcer, i.e. (figuratively) energetic
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 11:12 | “And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force.” Word: βιαστής (biastḗs) |