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περί

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greekNew TestamentPreposition332 occurrences24 books304 verses

Definition

περί,

prep. with genitive, accusative (in cl. also with dative; cf. M, Pr., 105f.),

with radical sense round about (as distinct from ἀμφί, on both sides).

I. C. genitive,

1. of place, about (poët.).

2. Causal, about, on account of, concerning, in reference to: Matthew 2:8, Mark 1:44, Luke 4:38, John 16:26, Acts 28:21, al. mult.; τὰ περί, with genitive, the things concerning one, one's state or case: Mark 5:27, Acts 1:3; 28:15, Ephesians 6:22, al.; at the beginning of a sentence, περί, regarding, as to, 1 Corinthians 7:1, al.; in the sense on account of (Matthew 26:28, 1 Corinthians 1:13, al.), often with ὑπέρ as variant (cf. M, Pr., 105).

II. C. accusative,

1. of place, about, around: Matthew 3:4, Mark 1:6, Luke 13:8, Acts 22:6, al.; οἱ περί, with accusative of person(s), of one's associates, friends, etc., Mark 4:10, Luke 22:49, John 11:19, Acts 13:13; οἱ περὶ τ. τοιαῦτα ἐργάται, Acts 19:25; metaphorically, about, as to, concerning: 1 Timothy 1:19; 6:4, 2 Timothy 2:18; 3:8, Titus 2:7; τὰ περὶ ἐμέ, Philippians 2:23; αἱ περὶ τ. λοιπὰ ἐπιθυμίαι, Mark 4:19.

2. Of time, in a loose reckoning, about, near: Matthew 20:3, 5, 6, 9; 27:46, Mark 6:48, Acts 10:3, 9; 22:6.

III. In composition: round about (περιβάλλω, περίκειμαι), beyond, over and above (περιποιέω, περιλείπω), to excess (περιεργάζομαι, περισσεύω).

Hebrew words it translates

The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as περί:

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

332 total
  1. 2 Corinthians 10:8περὶ · about
    For even if I boast somewhat excessively about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed.
  2. Ephesians 6:18περὶ · for
    Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints.
  3. Ephesians 6:22περὶ · about
    I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about us, and that he may encourage your hearts.
  4. Philippians 1:27περὶ · about
    Nevertheless, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending together as one for the faith of the gospel,
  5. Philippians 2:19περὶ · how
    Now I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered when I learn how you are doing.
  6. Philippians 2:20περὶ
    I have nobody else like him who will genuinely care for your needs.
  7. Philippians 2:23περὶ · with
    So I hope to send him as soon as I see what happens with me.
  8. Colossians 1:3περὶ · for
    We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you,
  9. Colossians 4:3περὶ · for
    …as you pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains.
  10. Colossians 4:8περὶ · about
    I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about us, and that he may encourage your hearts.
  11. Colossians 4:10περὶ · about
    My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you greetings, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas. You have already received instructions about him: If he comes to you, welcome him.
  12. 1 Thessalonians 1:2περὶ · for
    We always thank God for all of you, remembering you in our prayers
  13. 1 Thessalonians 1:9περὶ
    For they themselves report what kind of welcome you gave us, and how you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God
  14. 1 Thessalonians 3:9περὶ · for
    How can we adequately thank God for you in return for our great joy over you in His presence?
  15. 1 Thessalonians 4:6περὶ
    …and no one should ever violate or exploit his brother in this regard, because the Lord will avenge all such acts, as we have already told you and solemnly warned you.
  16. 1 Thessalonians 4:9Περὶ · about
    Now about brotherly love, you do not need anyone to write to you, because you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another.
  17. 1 Thessalonians 4:13περὶ · about
    Brothers, we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you will not grieve like the rest, who are without hope.
  18. 1 Thessalonians 5:1Περὶ · about
    Now about the times and seasons, brothers, we do not need to write to you.
  19. 1 Thessalonians 5:10περὶ · for
    He died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with Him.
  20. 1 Thessalonians 5:25περὶ · for
    Brothers, pray for us as well.
  21. 2 Thessalonians 1:3περὶ · for
    We are obligated to thank God for you all the time, brothers, as is fitting, because your faith is growing more and more, and your love for one another is increasing.
  22. 2 Thessalonians 1:11περὶ · for
    To this end, we always pray for you, that our God will count you worthy of His calling, and that He will powerfully fulfill your every good desire and work of faith,
  23. 2 Thessalonians 2:13περὶ · for
    But we should always thank God for you, brothers who are loved by the Lord, because God chose you from the beginning to be saved by the sanctification of the Spirit and by faith in the truth.
  24. 2 Thessalonians 3:1περὶ · for
    Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.
  25. 1 Timothy 1:7περὶ · [that]
    They want to be teachers of the law, but they do not understand what they are saying or that which they so confidently assert.
  26. 1 Timothy 1:19περὶ
    …holding on to faith and a good conscience, which some have rejected and thereby shipwrecked their faith.
  27. 1 Timothy 6:4περὶ · in
    …he is conceited and understands nothing. Instead, he has an unhealthy interest in controversies and disputes about words, out of which come envy, strife, abusive talk, evil suspicions,
  28. 1 Timothy 6:21περὶ · from
    …which some have professed and thus swerved away from the faith. Grace be with you all.
  29. 2 Timothy 1:3περὶ
    I thank God, whom I serve with a clear conscience as did my forefathers, as I constantly remember you night and day in my prayers.
  30. 2 Timothy 2:18περὶ · from
    …who have deviated from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already occurred, and they undermine the faith of some.
  31. 2 Timothy 3:8περὶ · from
    Just as Jannes and Jambres opposed Moses, so also these men oppose the truth. They are depraved in mind and disqualified from the faith.
  32. Titus 2:7Περὶ · In
    In everything, show yourself to be an example by doing good works. In your teaching show integrity, dignity,
  33. Titus 2:8περὶ · about
    …and wholesome speech that is above reproach, so that anyone who opposes us will be ashamed, having nothing bad to say about us.
  34. Titus 3:8περὶ
    This saying is trustworthy. And I want you to emphasize these things, so that those who have believed God will take care to devote themselves to good deeds. These things are excellent and profitable for the people.
  35. Philemon 1:10περὶ · for
    I appeal to you for my child Onesimus, whose father I became while I was in chains.
  36. Hebrews 2:5περὶ · about
    For it is not to angels that He has subjected the world to come, about which we are speaking.
  37. Hebrews 4:4περὶ · about
    For somewhere He has spoken about the seventh day in this manner: “And on the seventh day God rested from all His works.”
  38. Hebrews 4:8περὶ · about
    For if Joshua had given them rest, God would not have spoken later about another day.
  39. Hebrews 5:3περὶ · for [the sins of]; περὶ · for; περὶ
    That is why he is obligated to offer sacrifices for his own sins, as well as for the sins of the people.
  40. Hebrews 5:11Περὶ · about
    We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain, because you are dull of hearing.
  41. Hebrews 6:9περὶ · in
    Even though we speak like this, beloved, we are convinced of better things in your case—things that accompany salvation.
  42. Hebrews 7:14περὶ · about
    For it is clear that our Lord descended from Judah, a tribe as to which Moses said nothing about priests.
  43. Hebrews 9:5περὶ
    Above the ark were the cherubim of glory, overshadowing the mercy seat. But we cannot discuss these things in detail now.
  44. Hebrews 10:6περὶ
    In burnt offerings and sin offerings You took no delight.
  45. Hebrews 10:7περὶ · about
    Then I said, ‘Here I am, it is written about Me in the scroll: I have come to do Your will, O God.’”
  46. Hebrews 10:8περὶ
    In the passage above He says, “Sacrifices and offerings, burnt offerings and sin offerings You did not desire, nor did You delight in them” (although they are offered according to the law).
  47. Hebrews 10:18περὶ · for
    And where these have been forgiven, an offering for sin is no longer needed.
  48. Hebrews 10:26περὶ · for
    If we deliberately go on sinning after we have received the knowledge of the truth, no further sacrifice for sins remains,