Strong’s G5255

ὑπήκοος

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

hupékoos

Pronunciation

hoop-AY-ko-os

Definition

Obedient

Meaning

listening to, obedient, submissive.

Usage

The term "hupékoos" is used to describe someone who is obedient, attentive, or submissive to authority. It conveys the idea of listening under authority, implying a readiness to comply with commands or instructions. In the New Testament, it often refers to the obedience of believers to God or Christ, as well as the obedience of Christ to the Father.

Bible references

Acts 7:39;2 Corinthians 2:9;Philippians 2:8