Definition
βραχίων, -ὀνος, ὁ,
[in LXX, β. Κυρίου, frequently for זְרוֹעַ יהוָֹה ;]
the arm; as in OT, β. Κυρίου, metaphorically, for the Divine power: Luke 1:51, John 12:38" (LXX), Acts 13:17.
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as βραχίων:
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- Luke 1:51βραχίονι · armHe has performed mighty deeds with His arm; He has scattered those who are proud in the thoughts of their hearts.
- John 12:38βραχίων · armThis was to fulfill the word of Isaiah the prophet: “Lord, who has believed our message? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed?”
- Acts 13:17βραχίονος · armThe God of the people of Israel chose our fathers. He made them into a great people during their stay in Egypt, and with an uplifted arm He led them out of that land.