Definition
πρῶτον, πρῶτος, see: πρότερος
A. Compar., πρότερος, -α, -ον,
[in LXX for רִאשׁוֹן ,לִפָנִים, etc. ;]
before, of time, place, rank, etc.; in NT always of Time, before, former: Ephesians 4:22. Adverbially, πρότερον, before, aforetime, formerly: John 7:50, 2 Corinthians 1:15, Hebrews 4:6; opposite to ἔπειτα, Hebrews 7:27; τὸ π., John 6:62; 9:8, Galatians 4:13, 1 Timothy 1:13; αἱ π. ἡμέραι, Hebrews 10:32; αἱ π. ἐπιθυμίαι, 1 Peter 1:14.
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as πρῶτον:
Usage patterns
Occurrences
58 total
- 1 Timothy 5:4πρῶτονBut if a widow has children or grandchildren, they must first learn to show godliness to their own family and repay their parents, for this is pleasing in the sight of God.
- 2 Timothy 1:5πρῶτον · firstI am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well.
- 2 Timothy 2:6πρῶτον · the firstThe hardworking farmer should be the first to partake of the crops.
- Hebrews 7:2πρῶτον · First…and Abraham apportioned to him a tenth of everything. First, his name means “king of righteousness.” Then also, “king of Salem” means “king of peace.”
- James 3:17πρῶτον · firstBut the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.
- 1 Peter 4:17πρῶτον · it beginsFor it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who disobey the gospel of God?
- 2 Peter 1:20πρῶτον · Above allAbove all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture comes from one’s own interpretation.
- 2 Peter 3:3πρῶτον · Most importantlyMost importantly, you must understand that in the last days scoffers will come, scoffing and following their own evil desires.