πρότερον

proteronAdverbG4386

previously

From: neuter of G4387 (πρότερος) as adverb (with or without the article);

Short Definition

previously

Full Lexicon Entry

before; (adv.) before, formerly, an earlier time former, prior; before, former, prior; before, formerly

Grammar

Part of Speech Adverb

Morphology G:ADV

DescriptionGreek Adverb

Occurrences

5 times

Appears 5 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Hebrews
3
1 Peter
1
1 Timothy
1

Key Passages

  • 1 Peter 1:14
  • 1 Timothy 1:13
  • Hebrews 10:32
  • Hebrews 4:6
  • Hebrews 7:27

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