Definition
διά-φορος, -ον
(διαφέρω), [in LXX for שְׁנָא (Daniel 7:7, 19); also as in Polyb., iv, 188, al., Τὸ δ., τὰ δ., money: Sir.27.1; 42:5, 2Ma.3.6 ;]
1. different: Romans 12:6, Hebrews 9:10.
2. excellent: compar., -ώτερος, Hebrews 1:4; 8:6.
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as διάφορος:
- כִּלְאַיִםkil.a.yim“mixture”67%
- שְׁנַ֫יִםshe.na.yim“two”33%
Usage patterns
Occurrences
4 total
- Romans 12:6διάφορα · differentWe have different gifts according to the grace given us. If one’s gift is prophecy, let him use it in proportion to his faith;
- Hebrews 1:4διαφορώτερον · [is] excellentSo He became as far superior to the angels as the name He has inherited is excellent beyond theirs.
- Hebrews 8:6διαφορωτέρας · more excellentNow, however, Jesus has received a much more excellent ministry, just as the covenant He mediates is better and is founded on better promises.
- Hebrews 9:10διαφόροις · specialThey consist only in food and drink and special washings—external regulations imposed until the time of reform.