Definition
ὑπερ-έχω
[in LXX: Genesis 25:23 (אָמַץ), Exodus 26:13 (עֲדַף), Sir.36.7, al. ;]
1. trans., to hold over or above.
2. Intrans. (when a noun follows, the case is governed by the prep.; see Bl., § 34, 1; 36, 8), to rise above, overtop; metaphorically,
(a) to be superior in rank, etc.: Romans 13:1, 1 Peter 2:13 (cf. Wis.6.6);
(b) to be superior, excel, surpass: with genitive (cl.; see supr.), Philippians 2:3; with accusative (cl.; see supr.), Philippians 4:7; as subst., τ. ὑπερέχον, the excellency, the surpassing worth, Philippians 3:8.
Usage patterns
Occurrences
5 total
- Romans 13:1ὑπερεχούσαιςEveryone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God.
- Philippians 2:3ὑπερέχοντας · more important thanDo nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.
- Philippians 3:8ὑπερέχον · surpassing excellenceMore than that, I count all things as loss compared to the surpassing excellence of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ
- Philippians 4:7ὑπερέχουσα · surpassesAnd the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
- 1 Peter 2:13ὑπερέχοντι · the supreme [authority]Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority,