Strong’s G1752

ἕνεκα

Part of speech

Preposition

Transliteration

heneka

Pronunciation

HEH-neh-kah

Definition

for the sake of, because of, on account of

Meaning

for the sake of, on account of, on account of which, wherefore, on account of what, why.

Usage

The Greek preposition "heneka" is used to indicate the reason or purpose for an action. It often conveys the idea of doing something "for the sake of" or "because of" a particular reason or person. In the New Testament, it is used to express motivations or causes behind actions, often in the context of suffering, sacrifice, or dedication to a higher purpose.

Bible references

Matthew 5:10;Matthew 5:11;Matthew 10:18;Matthew 10:39;Matthew 16:25;Matthew 19:5;Matthew 19:29;Mark 8:35;Mark 10:7;Mark 10:29;Mark 10:29;Mark 13:9;Luke 4:18;Luke 6:22;Luke 9:24;Luke 18:29;Luke 21:12;Acts 19:32;Acts 26:21;Acts 28:20;Romans 8:36;Romans 14:20;2 Corinthians 3:10;2 Corinthians 7:12;2 Corinthians 7:12