What does πλείων · δώδεκα · λεγεών mean in the Bible?
πλείων · δώδεκα · λεγεών is a Greek phrase meaning "more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion".
Greek · G4119, G1427, G3003
πλείω δώδεκα λεγιῶνας
More in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion · twelve · Legion
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πλείωνG4119more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
Pronunciationpleíōn
Comparative form emphasizing greater quantity, number, or degree than a contrasting alternative or standard.
Open lexicon entry →δώδεκαG1427twelve
Pronunciationdṓdeka
Symbolic number representing God's people; especially designates the Twelve Apostles as foundational to Jesus' covenant community.
Open lexicon entry →λεγεώνG3003Legion
Pronunciationlegeṓn
Roman military unit of about 6,000 soldiers; used metaphorically for vast multitude or overwhelming force.
Open lexicon entry →What does πλείω δώδεκα λεγιῶνας (pleiō dōdeka legiōnas) mean in the Bible?
πλείων · δώδεκα · λεγεών is a Greek phrase meaning "more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion".
Full entry for πλείω δώδεκα λεγιῶνας (G4119, G1427, G3003) · Open the biblical lexicon
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Evidence Summary
Greek phrase. more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
Strong'sG4119, G1427, G3003
Lexical occurrences0 versesSource Gloss
more in quantity, number, or quality; also (in plural) the major portion
Word Origins
πλείω δώδεκα λεγιῶνας is built from this root: