6 occurrences

'Necessity' in the Bible

I think then that this is good, on account of the present necessity, that it is good for a man to remain so as he is.

For if I announce the glad tidings, I have nothing to boast of; for a necessity is laid upon me; for it is woe to me if I should not announce the glad tidings.

but I have wished to do nothing without thy mind, that thy good might not be as of necessity but of willingness:

For, the priesthood being changed, there takes place of necessity a change of law also.

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Root Form
Definition
Usage
ἀναγκή 
Anagke 
Usage: 15

ἀναγκαῖος 
Anagkaios 
Usage: 8

χρεία 
Chreia 
Usage: 36