Definition & Meaning
father, Mk. 14:36; Rom. 8:15; Gal. 4:6*
📶 Appears 3 times in the KJV Bible
Top 3 Bible Verses with “Abba”
Key Bible verses containing the Greek word abba, translated as Abba in the King James Version.
- Mark 14:36And he said, Abba, Father, all things are possible unto thee; take away this cup from me: nevertheless not what I will, but what thou wilt.
- Romans 8:15For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
- Galatians 4:6And because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of his Son into your hearts, crying, Abba, Father.
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What does “abba” mean in Greek?
father, Mk. 14:36; Rom. 8:15; Gal. 4:6*
How many times does abba appear in the Bible?
The Greek word abba (Strong's G5) appears 3 times in the King James Bible most often translated as “Abba”.
What is Strong's number G5?
Strong's G5 is the Greek word abba (ἀββά), meaning: father, Mk. 14:36; Rom. 8:15; Gal. 4:6*.
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