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ἐγκράτεια -ας, ἡ

Word data

• Strongs: G14660

• Alternate spellings:

, (< ἐγκρατής),

• Principle Parts:

• Part of speech:

• Instances in Scripture: 4

• All Scriptures cited: Yes

Etymology:

• LXX/Hebrew glosses:

in LXX: Si 18:15, 30 IV Mac 5:34 * ;

• Time Period/Ancient Authors:

• Related words:

• Antonyms for all senses

• Synonyms for all senses:

Senses

Sense 1.0:

Definition:

Glosses:

mastery, control;

Explanation:

Citations:

prop., mastery, control.

Sense 2.0:

Definition:

Glosses:

self-control;

Explanation:

Citations:

(sc. ἑαθτοῦ) self-control: [Ac 24:25](Act 24:25), [Ga 5:23](Gal 5:23), [II Pe 1:6](2Pe 1:6) (v. DB, iv, 558b 695a; Page on Ac, l.c.).†