λίαν lían

Meaning

much (adverbially)

In the King James Version: exceeding, great(-ly), sore, very (+ chiefest)

Derivation: of uncertain affinity;

Where it is used

• Matthew 2:16 When Herod saw that he had been outwitted by the Magi, he was filled with rage. Sending orders, he put to death all the boys in Bethlehem and its vicinity who were two years old and under, according to the time he had learned from the Magi.
• Matthew 4:8 Again, the devil took Him to a very high mountain and showed Him all the kingdoms of the world and their glory.
• Matthew 8:28 When Jesus arrived on the other side in the region of the Gadarenes, He was met by two demon-possessed men coming from the tombs. They were so violent that no one could pass that way.
• Matthew 27:14 But Jesus gave no answer, not even to a single charge, much to the governor’s amazement.
• Mark 1:35 Early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up and went out to a solitary place to pray.
• Mark 6:51 Then He climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down. And the disciples were utterly astounded,
• Mark 9:3 His clothes became radiantly white, brighter than any launderer on earth could bleach them.
• Mark 16:2 Very early on the first day of the week, just after sunrise, they went to the tomb.
• Luke 23:8 When Herod saw Jesus, he was greatly pleased. He had wanted to see Him for a long time, because he had heard about Him and was hoping to see Him perform a miracle.
• 2 Timothy 4:15 You too should beware of him, for he has vigorously opposed our message.
• 2 John 1:4 I was overjoyed to find some of your children walking in the truth, just as the Father has commanded us.
• 3 John 1:3 For I was overjoyed when the brothers came and testified about your devotion to the truth, in which you continue to walk.