Greek · G4914 · unreviewed

συνήθεια

Custom

These lexicon entries are being actively developed. If you notice missing content, incorrect definitions, or have suggestions, we'd love to hear from you. Share a note on our Connect page and include a screenshot if helpful.

συνήθεια G4914
Pronunciation synḗtheia

What does συνήθεια (synḗtheia) mean in the Bible?

συνήθεια (synḗtheia) is a Greek word meaning "custom". συνήθεια, -ας, ἡ (ἦθος), [in LXX: 4Ma.

Full entry for συνήθεια (G4914) · Browse the biblical lexicon

Meaning

custom
Extended definition

(ἦθος), [in LXX: 4Ma.2:12 4Mac 6:13 4Mac 13:22 4Mac 13:27 * ;]

11 intimacy.
2habit, custom: Jhn.18:39, 1Co.11:16; with genitive obj. (cf. Æschin., 23, 37, and see MM, xxiv), habitual use, force of habit with respect to, 1Co.8:7.
Source: STEPBible TBESG + Abbott-Smith
Grammatical Forms

How this word appears across different grammatical cases and numbers.

Nominative · Singular · Feminine John 18:39
Dative · Singular · Feminine 1 Cor 8:7
Accusative · Singular · Feminine 1 Cor 11:16
Sources