Strong’s G0849

αὐτόχειρ

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

autocheir

Pronunciation

ow-TO-kheir

Definition

One's own hand

Meaning

with one's own hand.

Usage

The term "autocheir" is used to denote the act of doing something with one's own hand, often implying personal responsibility or direct action. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe the act of taking matters into one's own hands, particularly in a decisive or forceful manner.

Bible references

Acts 27:19