3117. makros

Lexicon

makros: Long, large, far

Original Word: μακρός
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: makros
Pronunciation: mä-krós
Phonetic Spelling: (mak-ros')
Definition: Long, large, far
Meaning: long, distant, far; of long duration.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

far, long.

From mekos; long (in place (distant) or time (neuter plural)) -- far, long.

see GREEK mekos

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from a prim. root
Definition
long, far distant
NASB Translation
distant (2), long (3).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 3117: μακρός

μακρός, μακρά, μακρόν (from Homer down), long; of place, remote, distant, far off: χώρα, Luke 15:13; Luke 19:12. of time, long, lasting long: μακρά προσεύχομαι, to pray long, make long prayers, Matthew 23:14 (137 Rec.); Mark 12:40; Luke 20:47.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root word of uncertain affinity.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H753 (אָרֵךְ, 'arek): Often used to describe something long, such as in "long-suffering" or "long" in duration.
• H748 (אֹרֶךְ, 'orek): Refers to length, whether in time or space, similar to the Greek "μακρός."

These Hebrew terms share a conceptual link with "μακρός," emphasizing length or duration, whether in physical, temporal, or metaphorical contexts.

Usage: In the New Testament, "μακρός" is used to describe physical distance or time. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is extensive or enduring.

Context: The Greek word "μακρός" appears in various contexts within the New Testament, often conveying the idea of length or duration. It is used to describe physical distances, such as in the parable of the prodigal son, where the father sees his son "a long way off" (Luke 15:20, BSB). This usage emphasizes the father's watchfulness and anticipation.

In another context, "μακρός" can refer to time, as seen in the description of the "long time" the master was away in the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:19, BSB). Here, the term underscores the period of waiting and the expectation of accountability upon the master's return.

The word can also be used metaphorically to describe something extensive or significant in scope. For example, in Hebrews 11:13, the patriarchs are described as having seen the promises "from a distance" (μακρόθεν), indicating their faith in promises not yet realized.

The use of "μακρός" in the New Testament often carries a deeper theological significance, highlighting themes of anticipation, faith, and the enduring nature of God's promises. It serves as a reminder of the importance of perseverance and the ultimate fulfillment of God's word, despite apparent delays or distances.

Forms and Transliterations

μακρα μακρά μακρὰ μακραν μακράν μακρὰν μακρόν μακρός μακρότερα μακρότης μακρότητα μακρότητος μακρούς μακροχρονίσωσι μακρώ μακρών makra makrà makran makrán makràn

Englishman's Concordance

Matthew 23:14 Adj-ANP
GRK: καὶ προφάσει μακρὰ προσευχόμενοι διὰ
KJV: make long prayer:
INT: and as a pretext at great length praying Because of

Mark 12:40 Adj-ANP
GRK: καὶ προφάσει μακρὰ προσευχόμενοι οὗτοι
NAS: offer long prayers;
KJV: make long prayers:
INT: and as a pretext at great length pray These

Luke 15:13 Adj-AFS
GRK: εἰς χώραν μακράν καὶ ἐκεῖ
NAS: and went on a journey into a distant country,
KJV: into a far country,
INT: into a country distant and there

Luke 19:12 Adj-AFS
GRK: εἰς χώραν μακρὰν λαβεῖν ἑαυτῷ
NAS: went to a distant country
KJV: went into a far country to receive
INT: to a country distant to receive for himself

Luke 20:47 Adj-ANP
GRK: καὶ προφάσει μακρὰ προσεύχονται οὗτοι
NAS: offer long prayers.
KJV: for a shew make long prayers: the same
INT: and as a pretext at great length pray These

Acts 2:39 Adv
GRK: τοῖς εἰς μακρὰν ὅσους ἂν
INT: those at a distance as many as anyhow

Strong's Greek 3117
6 Occurrences

μακρὰ — 3 Occ.
μακράν — 3 Occ.