Definition
ἑδραῖος, -ον (ἕδρα, a seat), [in Sm.: Psalm 33:14, al. ;]
1. sitting, seated.
2. steadfast, firm; metaphorically, of moral fixity: 1 Corinthians 7:37; 15:58, Colossians 1:23.
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- 1 Corinthians 7:37ἑδραῖος · [is] firmlyBut the man who is firmly established in his heart and under no constraint, with control over his will and resolve in his heart not to marry the virgin, he will do well.
- 1 Corinthians 15:58ἑδραῖοι · steadfastTherefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast and immovable. Always excel in the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.
- Colossians 1:23ἑδραῖοι · firm…if indeed you continue in your faith, established and firm, not moved from the hope of the gospel you heard, which has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven, and of which I, Paul, have become a servant.