Greek Word Study

The meaning of βοήθεια

Understanding boḗtheia reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

help. - aid - specially, a rope or chain for frapping a vessel

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βοήθεια

Phoneticbo-ay'-thi-ah
Transliterationboḗtheia
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

help. - aid - specially, a rope or chain for frapping a vessel

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Acts 27:17

Which when they had taken up, they used helps, undergirding the ship; and, fearing lest they should fall into the quicksands, strake sail, and so were driven.

Word: βοήθεια (boḗtheia)
Hebrews 4:16

Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.

Word: βοήθεια (boḗtheia)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Acts
Book Distribution

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