Greek · G2080

ἔσω

Inside (as preposition or adjective)

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ἔσωG2080

Pronunciationésō

What does ἔσω (ésō) mean in the Bible?

ἔσω (ésō): Denotes interior space; contrasts sharply with ἔξω (outside), especially for inner spiritual person versus outward appearance.

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What does ἔσω (ésō) mean in the Bible?

ἔσω (ésō): Denotes interior space; contrasts sharply with ἔξω (outside), especially for inner spiritual person versus outward appearance.

How does the BSB render G2080?

The BSB source-word alignment has 9 aligned rows for this entry. Common renderings include inner (3), inside (3), into (2), in (1).

Where does ἔσω (ésō) appear in Scripture?

The source-word alignment first shows this entry at Matthew 26:58. Its strongest book concentrations include Mark (2), 1 Corinthians (1), 2 Corinthians (1), Acts (1).

Source Word Evidence

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How English Renders It

inner3×Romans 7:22, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Ephesians 3:16

inside3×John 20:26, Acts 5:23, 1 Corinthians 5:12

into2×Mark 14:54, Mark 15:16

in1×Matthew 26:58

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