Strong’s G1883

ἐπάνω

Part of speech

Adverb

Transliteration

epanó

Pronunciation

eh-pah'-no

Definition

Above, over, on top of

Meaning

(a) adv: on the top, above, (b) prep: on the top of, above, over, on, above, more than, superior to.

Usage

The Greek preposition "ἐπάνω" (epanó) is used to denote a position that is above or over something else. It often conveys a sense of superiority or covering, indicating a spatial relationship where one object is physically higher than another. In a metaphorical sense, it can also imply authority or dominance.

Bible references

Matthew 2:9;Matthew 5:14;Matthew 21:7;Matthew 23:18;Matthew 23:20;Matthew 23:22;Matthew 27:37;Matthew 28:2;Mark 14:5;Luke 4:39;Luke 10:19;Luke 11:44;Luke 19:17;Luke 19:19;John 3:31;John 3:31;1 Corinthians 15:6;Revelation 6:8;Revelation 20:3