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ἀνώτερος G511
G511 is the Greek word ἀνώτερος, transliterated anṓteros. The King James Version most often renders it higher.
What it means
upper, i.e. (neuter as adverb) to a more conspicuous place, in a former part of the book.
Where it comes from
comparative degree of G507 (ἄνω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: above, higher.
Verses using ἀνώτερος
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
Luke 14:10 · KJV
But when thou art bidden, go and sit down in the lowest room; that when he that bade thee cometh, he may say unto thee, Friend, go up higher: then shalt thou have worship in the presence of them that sit at meat with thee.
Hebrews 10:8 · KJV
Above when he said, Sacrifice and offering and burnt offerings and offering for sin thou wouldest not, neither hadst pleasure therein; which are offered by the law;
Common questions
What does Strong's G511 mean?
G511 is the Greek word ἀνώτερος (anṓteros), meaning upper, i.e. (neuter as adverb) to a more conspicuous place, in a former part of the book.
How is G511 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it higher (1 time), above (1 time).
How many times does G511 appear in the Bible?
ἀνώτερος (anṓteros) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G511 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: comparative degree of G507 (ἄνω).
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