ΕΚΤΕΝΙΑ, εκτενια
EKTENIA, ektenia
Sounds Like: ek-TEH-nee-ah
Translations: earnestness, intensity, fervor, great intensity, great earnestness, a great intensity, a great earnestness
From the root: ΕΚΤΕΝΙΑ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the quality of being earnest, intense, or fervent. It describes a state of being stretched out or strained, implying a deep and focused effort, often in prayer or supplication. It conveys the idea of wholeheartedness and zeal in an action or attitude.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G1618 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Codex Sinaiticus
- Judith — 4:9
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