Strong's Lexicon megethos: Greatness, magnitude, size Original Word: μέγεθος Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root μέγας (megas), meaning "great" or "large." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: - H1433 (גֹּדֶל, godel) - greatness, magnitude - H7230 (רֹב, rob) - abundance, greatness Usage: The term "megethos" refers to the concept of greatness or magnitude, often in terms of physical size, but it can also imply greatness in terms of power, authority, or significance. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the greatness of God's power and the magnitude of His works. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of greatness was often associated with power, authority, and influence. The Greeks and Romans admired physical and intellectual greatness, as seen in their art, literature, and philosophy. In the biblical context, however, greatness is often redefined to align with God's character and purposes, emphasizing spiritual and moral greatness over worldly measures. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom megas Definition greatness NASB Translation greatness (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3174: μέγεθοςμέγεθος, μεγέθους, τό (μέγας) (from Homer down), greatness: Ephesians 1:19. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance greatness. From megas; magnitude (figuratively) -- greatness. see GREEK megas Forms and Transliterations μεγέθει μεγεθος μέγεθος μέγεθός μεγέθους megethos mégethosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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