πρᾶος

praosAdjectiveG4235

gentle

From: a form of G4239 (πραΰς), used in certain parts;

Short Definition

gentle, i.e. humble

Full Lexicon Entry

-α, -*ον *(see LS, Thayer, ), gentle, meek: " (LXX) .
LXX Usage: (always -ΰς, exc., -ᾷος, see Thackeray, Gr., 180 f.) for עָנָו, עָנִי

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

4 times

Appears 4 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Matthew
3
1 Peter
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 3:4
  • Matthew 11:29
  • Matthew 21:5
  • Matthew 5:5

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