Strong’s G5228

ὑπέρ

Part of speech

Preposition

Transliteration

huper

Pronunciation

hoo-per'

Definition

for, on behalf of, above, beyond, more than

Meaning

gen: in behalf of; acc: above.

Usage

The Greek preposition "huper" is used to denote a variety of meanings depending on the context. It can mean "for" or "on behalf of," indicating representation or substitution. It can also mean "above" or "beyond," suggesting superiority or excess. In some contexts, it conveys the idea of "more than" or "exceedingly."

Bible references

Matthew 5:44;Matthew 10:24;Matthew 10:24;Matthew 10:37;Matthew 10:37;Mark 9:40;Mark 14:24;Luke 6:40;Luke 9:50;Luke 16:8;Luke 22:19;Luke 22:20;John 1:30;John 6:51;John 10:11;John 10:15;John 11:4;John 11:50;John 11:51;John 11:52;John 13:37;John 13:38;John 15:13;John 17:19;John 18:14