Strong's Greek · G3122

μάλιστα

málista

chiefly, most of all, (e-)specially

Definition

(adverbially) most (in the greatest degree) or particularly

Derivation

neuter plural of the superlative of an apparently primary adverb (very);

Appears 12 times in Scripture

2 Peter 2:10

Such punishment is specially reserved for those who indulge the corrupt desires of the flesh and despise authority. Bold and self-willed, they are unafraid to slander glorious beings.

Titus 1:10

For many are rebellious and full of empty talk and deception, especially those of the circumcision,

Acts 25:26

I have nothing definite to write to our sovereign about him. Therefore I have brought him before all of you, and especially before you, King Agrippa, so that after this inquiry I may have something to write.

1 Timothy 5:8

If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Acts 26:3

especially since you are acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. I beg you, therefore, to listen to me patiently.

2 Timothy 4:13

When you come, bring the cloak that I left with Carpus at Troas, and my scrolls, especially the parchments.

Philippians 4:22

All the saints send you greetings, especially those from the household of Caesar.

Acts 20:38

They were especially grieved by his statement that they would never see his face again. Then they accompanied him to the ship.

Galatians 6:10

Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith.

1 Timothy 5:17

Elders who lead effectively are worthy of double honor, especially those who work hard at preaching and teaching.

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Lexicon: Strong's Exhaustive Concordance (James Strong, 1890, public domain), digital edition by Open Scriptures (CC BY-SA). Verse mappings: Berean Standard Bible interlinear tables (public domain).

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