ἐλαφρός

elaphrosAdjectiveG1645

light

From: probably akin to G1643 (ἐλαύνω) and the base of G1640 (ἐλάσσων);

Short Definition

light, i.e. easy

Full Lexicon Entry

light in weight easy to bear: *θλίψρις *(EV, our light affliction).
LXX Usage: chiefly for קַל, קָלָל

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

2 times

Appears 2 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

2 Corinthians
1
Matthew
1

Key Passages

  • 2 Corinthians 4:17
  • Matthew 11:30

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