κανώνkanṓn
a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
Greek (New Testament) · G2583
Meanings
1. a rod or bar (Judith 13:6).
2. a measuring rule; hence, metaph
3. a rule or standard: Galatians 6:16.
4. a limit (RV, province): 2 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Corinthians 10:15, 2 Corinthians 10:16.
Where it appears
Appears 4 times in the Bible.
- 2 Corinthians 10:13 We will not boast about things done outside our area of authority. We will boast only about what has happened within the boundaries of the work God has given us, which includes our working with you.
- 2 Corinthians 10:15 Nor do we boast and claim credit for the work someone else has done. Instead, we hope that your faith will grow so that the boundaries of our work among you will be extended.
- 2 Corinthians 10:16 Then we will be able to go and preach the Good News in other places far beyond you, where no one else is working. Then there will be no question of our boasting about work done in someone else’s territory.
- Galatians 6:16 May God’s peace and mercy be upon all who live by this principle; they are the new people of God.
Source: G. Abbott-Smith, A Manual Greek Lexicon of the New Testament (1922), public domain.