πρᾷος prâios
Meaning
gentle, i.e. humble
In the King James Version: meek
Derivation: a form of G4239 (πραΰς), used in certain parts;
Where it is used
- Matthew 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
- Matthew 11:29 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.
- Matthew 21:5 “Say to the Daughter of Zion, ‘See, your King comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.’”
- 1 Peter 3:4 but from the inner disposition of your heart, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in God’s sight.