Kappa (Κ/κ) – New Testament Greek words that start with kappa
Quick reference
- Greek Name:
- κάππα
- English Name:
- kappa
- Pronunciation:
- käp’-pä
- Upper-case Letter:
- Κ
- Lower-case Letter:
- κ
- Speech Sound:
- consonant
- Numerical Value:
- 20
Pronunciation guide
In Koine Greek, the letter Kappa is produced at the back of the mouth, similar to the English “k” in “king.”
Numerical significance
In the Greek numeral system (isopsephy), Kappa represents the number twenty (20). In Greek culture, it can be seen as a number representing a completed cycle. This notion of completion and the start of a new cycle can be subtly reflected in various aspects of Greek philosophy and thought.
Cultural and symbolic meaning
Kappa originates from the Phoenician letter Kaph, which is believed to have depicted an open hand, symbolizing giving or receiving.