Strong's G3172 · Greek
μεγαλωσύνη
megalōsýnē
Definition
greatness, i.e. (figuratively) divinity (often God himself)
KJV: majesty
Root / derivation: from G3173 (μέγας);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μεγαλωσύνη across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Hebrews2 verses
Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;
Hebrews 8:1Now of the things which we have spoken this is the sum: We have such an high priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens;
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3172 (megalōsýnē) mean?
greatness, i.e. (figuratively) divinity (often God himself)
How many times does G3172 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3172 (μεγαλωσύνη) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Majesty.”
How is megalōsýnē translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3172 is rendered as “Majesty” (3×).
Where does the Greek word μεγαλωσύνη come from?
from G3173 (μέγας);