Strong's Greek · G5242
ὑπερέχω
hyperéchō
Definitionto hold oneself above, i.e. (figuratively) to excel; participle (as adjective, or neuter as noun) superior, superiority
Derivationfrom G5228 (ὑπέρ) and G2192 (ἔχω);
KJV usagebetter, excellency, higher, pass, supreme
Occurrences5 in the KJV · 5 verses
ὑπερέχω in Scripture
Romans 13:1
Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.
Philippians 2:3
Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
Philippians 3:8
Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but dung, that I may win Christ,
Philippians 4:7
And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
1 Peter 2:13
Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;