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κράτιστος

kratistosexcellentHow to read Greek
greekNew TestamentAdjective4 occurrences2 books4 verses

Definition

κράτιστος, -η, -ον

superl, of κρατύς (Hom.),

1. strongest, mightiest (Hom.).

2. noblest, best (cf. κρείσσων), most excellent (find., Soph., al.): voc., κρατίστε, as title of honour and respect (DCG, ii, 727a), Luke 1:3, Acts 23:26; 24:3; 26:25.

Hebrew words it translates

The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as κράτιστος:

Usage patterns

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Occurrences

4 total
  1. Luke 1:3κράτιστε · most excellent
    Therefore, having carefully investigated everything from the beginning, it seemed good also to me to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,
  2. Acts 23:26κρατίστῳ · His Excellency
    Claudius Lysias, To His Excellency, Governor Felix: Greetings.
  3. Acts 24:3κράτιστε · most excellent
    In every way and everywhere, most excellent Felix, we acknowledge this with all gratitude.
  4. Acts 26:25Κράτιστε · most excellent
    But Paul answered, “I am not insane, most excellent Festus; I am speaking words of truth and sobriety.