πρῶτον

prōtonfirstHow to read Greek
greekNew TestamentAdverb58 occurrences16 books58 verses

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

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Occurrences

58 total
  1. 1 Timothy 5:4πρῶτον
    But 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. 2 Timothy 1:5πρῶτον · first
    I 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.
  3. 2 Timothy 2:6πρῶτον · the first
    The hardworking farmer should be the first to partake of the crops.
  4. 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.”
  5. James 3:17πρῶτον · first
    But the wisdom from above is first of all pure, then peace-loving, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere.
  6. 1 Peter 4:17πρῶτον · it begins
    For 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?
  7. 2 Peter 1:20πρῶτον · Above all
    Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture comes from one’s own interpretation.
  8. 2 Peter 3:3πρῶτον · Most importantly
    Most importantly, you must understand that in the last days scoffers will come, scoffing and following their own evil desires.