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ἀρέτη G703
G703 is the Greek word ἀρέτη, transliterated arétē. The King James Version most often renders it virtue.
What it means
properly, manliness (valor), i.e. excellence (intrinsic or attributed).
Where it comes from
from the same as G730 (ἄῤῥην).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 5 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: praise, virtue.
Verses using ἀρέτη
All 4 verses, quoted in full.
Philippians 4:8 · KJV
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.
1 Peter 2:9 · KJV
But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
2 Peter 1:3 · KJV
According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue:
2 Peter 1:5 · KJV
And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;
Common questions
What does Strong's G703 mean?
G703 is the Greek word ἀρέτη (arétē), meaning properly, manliness (valor), i.e. excellence (intrinsic or attributed).
How is G703 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it virtue (4 times), praises (1 time).
How many times does G703 appear in the Bible?
ἀρέτη (arétē) is tagged in 4 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G703 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from the same as G730 (ἄῤῥην).
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