Strong's G5311 · Greek
ὕψος
hupsos · /hoop'-sos/
Definition
from a derivative of 5228; elevation, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, (specially), the sky, or (figuratively) dignity:--be exalted, height, (on) high.
KJV: be exalted, height, (on) high
Root / derivation: from a derivative of 5228
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ὕψος across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
Through the tender mercy of our God; whereby the dayspring from on high hath visited us, tender: or, bowels of the mercy dayspring: or, Sunrising, or, branch, Zac.3.8, esay II, I Malich.4.2, numb.24.17
Luke 24:49And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.
Ephesians2 verses
James1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5311 (hupsos) mean?
from a derivative of 5228; elevation, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, (specially), the sky, or (figuratively) dignity:--be exalted, height, (on) high.
How many times does G5311 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5311 (ὕψος) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “high.”
How is hupsos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5311 is rendered as “high” (3×), “height” (2×), “exalted” (1×).
Where does the Greek word ὕψος come from?
from a derivative of 5228