Strong’s G4411

πρωτοκλισία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

prótoklisia

Pronunciation

pro-to-klee-SEE-ah

Definition

Place of honor, chief seat

Meaning

the chief place at a banquet or table.

Usage

The term "prótkolisia" refers to the most prestigious or honored place at a banquet or gathering. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe the desire for positions of status and recognition, often criticized by Jesus as a reflection of pride and self-exaltation.

Bible references

Matthew 23:6;Mark 12:39;Luke 14:7;Luke 14:8;Luke 20:46