Strong's Lexicon héttón: Lesser, inferior, weaker Original Word: ἥττων Word Origin: Comparative form of a derivative of ἥσσων (hēssōn), meaning "less" or "inferior." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of "lesser" or "inferior" can be related to Hebrew words such as "קָטָן" (qatan), meaning "small" or "insignificant," and "צָעִיר" (tsa'ir), meaning "young" or "least." Usage: The Greek word "héttón" is used to describe something that is lesser in quality, strength, or status. It often conveys the idea of being inferior or weaker in comparison to something else. In the New Testament, it is used to highlight contrasts between two entities, emphasizing the superiority of one over the other. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, societal structures were heavily influenced by notions of hierarchy and status. The concept of being "lesser" or "inferior" was significant in various aspects of life, including social standing, political power, and philosophical thought. The use of "héttón" in the New Testament reflects these cultural understandings, often to illustrate spiritual truths or moral teachings. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originvariant reading for héssón, q.v. Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2276: ἥσσων[ἥσσων, see ἥττων.] STRONGS NT 2276: ἥττωνἥττων or (so L T Tr WH, see Sigma) ἥσσων, ἧσσον, inferior; neuter adverbially (from Homer down) less, 2 Corinthians 12:15; εἰς τό ἧσσον, for the worse (that ye may be made worse; opposed to εἰς τό κρεῖττον), 1 Corinthians 11:17. Neuter of comparative of heka (slightly) used for that of kakos; worse (as noun); by implication, less (as adverb) -- less, worse. see GREEK kakos Englishman's Concordance 1 Corinthians 11:17 Adj-ANS-CGRK: εἰς τὸ ἧσσον συνέρχεσθε KJV: but for the worse. INT: for the worse you come together 2 Corinthians 12:15 Adj-ANS-C |
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