ὑπεροχή

hyperochḗ

Number

G5247

Language

Greek

Original word

ὑπεροχή

Transliteration

hyperochḗ

KJV occurrences

2 verses

Definition

prominence, i.e. (figuratively) superiority (in rank or character)

KJV: authority, excellency

Root / derivation: from G5242 (ὑπερέχω);

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ὑπεροχή across 2 verses.

authority1×

excellency1×

2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

1 Corinthians1 verse

And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God.

1 Timothy1 verse

For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.

What does Strong's G5247 (hyperochḗ) mean?

prominence, i.e. (figuratively) superiority (in rank or character)

How many times does G5247 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5247 (ὑπεροχή) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “authority.”

How is hyperochḗ translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5247 is rendered as “authority” (1×), “excellency” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ὑπεροχή come from?

from G5242 (ὑπερέχω);