Bible Word Meanings

סֶלָה (Selah)

A musical or liturgical pause meaning 'stop and reflect'

הַלְלוּיָהּ (Halleluyah)

A compound Hebrew word meaning 'Praise the LORD'

אָמֵן (Amen)

A Hebrew word meaning 'truly,' 'so be it,' or 'it is certain'

שָׁלוֹם (Shalom)

Complete peace, wholeness, well-being, and harmony with God

הוֹשַׁעְנָא (Hosha'na)

A cry of praise meaning 'Save us!' or 'Save, we pray!'

כִּפֻּר (Kippur) / ἱλασμός (Hilasmos)

The covering or removal of sin through sacrifice

בְּרִית (Berit)

A solemn, binding agreement between God and His people

כָּבוֹד (Kavod) / δόξα (Doxa)

The visible splendor, weight, and majesty of God's presence

קָדוֹשׁ (Qadosh) / ἅγιος (Hagios)

Set apart, sacred, morally pure; distinct from the common

נָבִיא (Navi) / προφήτης (Prophētēs)

One who speaks God's message; a mouthpiece of the divine

שַׁבָּת (Shabbat)

The seventh day of rest; ceasing from work as God did in creation

חַטָּאָה (Chata'ah) / ἁμαρτία (Hamartia)

Missing the mark; falling short of God's standard of perfection

מָן (Man)

The miraculous bread from heaven that sustained Israel in the wilderness

מִשְׁכָּן (Mishkan)

God's portable dwelling place among His people in the wilderness

מַעֲשֵׂר (Ma'aser)

A tenth of one's income given to God as an act of worship and trust

בְּרָכָה (Berakah)

God's favor, empowerment, and good gifts spoken or bestowed upon His people

תְּהִלָּה (Tehillah) / αἶνος (Ainos)

Joyful declaration of God's greatness, character, and mighty works

מָשַׁח (Mashach) / χρίω (Chriō)

The application of oil as a sign of God's choosing, empowering, and consecrating

קָדַשׁ (Qadash)

Setting apart something or someone as dedicated entirely to God

קָרְבָּן (Qorban)

A gift presented to God as an act of worship, thanksgiving, or atonement

תִּקְוָה (Tiqvah) / ἐλπίς (Elpis)

A confident expectation rooted in God's faithfulness

יִרְאָה (Yirah) / φόβος (Phobos)

Reverent awe before God; also natural human dread

חֵמָה (Chemah) / ὀργή (Orgē)

God's righteous anger against sin and injustice

חֶסֶד (Chesed) / ἔλεος (Eleos)

God's compassionate lovingkindness toward the undeserving

בְּרִית (Berit) / διαθήκη (Diathēkē)

A solemn, binding agreement between God and His people

צְדָקָה (Tsedaqah) / δικαιοσύνη (Dikaiosunē)

Right standing before God; moral uprightness and justice

חַטָּאת (Chatta'at) / ἁμαρτία (Hamartia)

Missing God's mark; rebellion against His will

יְשׁוּעָה (Yeshuah) / σωτηρία (Sōtēria)

God's deliverance from sin and its consequences

גְּאֻלָּה (Geullah) / ἀπολύτρωσις (Apolytrōsis)

The act of buying back; deliverance through payment of a price

נָבִיא (Nabi) / προφήτης (Prophētēs)

One called by God to speak His message to the people

מַלְכוּת (Malkut) / βασιλεία (Basileia)

God's sovereign rule and reign over all creation

מִשְׁפָּט (Mishpat) / κρίσις (Krisis)

God's righteous assessment and administration of justice

שָׁמַיִם (Shamayim) / οὐρανός (Ouranos)

God's dwelling place and the eternal home of believers

גֵּיהִנֹּם (Gehinnom) / γέεννα (Gehenna)

The place of final judgment and eternal separation from God

שֶׂה (Seh) / ἀμνός (Amnos)

A sacrificial animal symbolizing Christ's innocent, atoning death

דָּם (Dam) / αἷμα (Haima)

The life-force; symbol of atonement and covenant

זֶבַח (Zevach) / θυσία (Thysia)

An offering presented to God; ultimately fulfilled in Christ

רֹעֶה (Roeh) / ποιμήν (Poimēn)

One who tends and protects a flock; a key metaphor for God and Christ

גֶּפֶן (Gephen) / ἄμπελος (Ampelos)

A metaphor for God's people and for Christ as the source of spiritual life

אוֹר (Or) / φῶς (Phōs)

A symbol of God's presence, truth, holiness, and salvation

חֹשֶׁךְ (Choshek) / σκότος (Skotos)

The absence of God's light; a symbol of sin, evil, and spiritual blindness

אֶמֶת (Emet) / ἀλήθεια (Alētheia)

That which is reliable, faithful, and conforms to reality — ultimately God Himself

שְׁאֵרִית (she'erith)

The faithful few who remain loyal to God amid widespread apostasy.

שְׁכִינָה (shekhinah)

The dwelling presence of God — His visible glory among His people.

עִמָּנוּאֵל (Immanu'el)

God with us — the prophetic name declaring God's presence among His people.

חָכְמָה (chokmah)

Skillful living and moral discernment grounded in the fear of the Lord.

כָּבוֹד (kavod)

The weighty, radiant splendor and manifest presence of God.

קָדוֹשׁ (qadosh)

Set apart, sacred, and morally pure — the defining attribute of God.

שָׂטָן (satan)

The adversary — the chief enemy of God and His people.

מָשִׁיחַ (mashiach)

The Anointed One — God's chosen deliverer and king.

כֹּהֵן (kohen)

A mediator between God and people, offering sacrifices and interceding.

מִזְבֵּחַ (mizbeach)

A place of sacrifice and encounter with God.

שַׁבָּת (shabbat)

The day of rest — ceasing from work in honor of God's creation rest.

מָן (man)

The miraculous bread from heaven that sustained Israel in the wilderness.

דָּבָר (dabar)

Word, speech, or matter — God's creative, powerful, self-revealing communication.

מַיִם (mayim)

Life, cleansing, and the Spirit — a primary symbol of God's sustaining and renewing power.

אֵשׁ (esh)

God's purifying, consuming, illuminating presence.

צוּר (tsur)

A symbol of God's strength, stability, refuge, and unchanging faithfulness.

תְּשׁוּבָה (teshuvah)

A turning back to God — a complete change of heart, mind, and direction.

עֲנָוָה (anavah)

Lowliness of mind — a modest, submissive posture before God and others.

אֱמוּנָה (emunah)

Steadfast reliability and trustworthiness — firm, unwavering loyalty.

אַהֲבָה (ahavah)

Deep, loyal, covenantal love — the committed affection of heart and will.

קִנְאָה (qinah)

Zealous, protective passion — God's fierce commitment to His covenant relationship.

כָּפַר (kaphar)

To cover or make amends — the removal of sin's guilt through sacrifice.

בְּכוֹר (bekhor)

The first child — holding a position of preeminence, authority, and double inheritance.

גַּן (gan)

An enclosed, cultivated space — a symbol of God's presence, provision, and paradise.

שֵׁם (shem)

Identity, character, and reputation — who someone truly is.

תּוֹרָה (torah)

Instruction, teaching, and divine guidance — God's revealed will for righteous living.

עֶבֶד (ebed)

One who serves — a bond-servant devoted to a master's will and purposes.

מֶלֶךְ (melek)

A sovereign ruler — the one who reigns with ultimate authority over a kingdom.

שָׁפַט (shaphat)

One who governs, delivers, and vindicates — upholding justice and righteousness.

נָבִיא (nabi)

A spokesperson for God — called to declare His word to the people.

שְׁאֵרִית (sheerith)

The faithful few — those who remain loyal to God when the majority falls away.

גָּאַל (gaal)

To buy back or rescue by a kinsman — restoring what was lost through payment.

כִּסֵּא (kisseh)

The seat of royal authority — symbolizing sovereignty, judgment, and divine rule.

שְׁבוּעָה (shevuah)

A solemn pledge — a binding declaration invoking God as witness and guarantor.

חָזוֹן (chazon)

A divine revelation — God's supernatural communication through sight and insight.

צְדָקָה (tsedaqah)

Right standing and right action — conformity to God's character and covenant requirements.

כָּבוֹד (kabod)

Weightiness and splendor — the heavy, radiant, awe-inspiring presence of God.

יְשׁוּעָה (yeshuah)

Deliverance, rescue, and victory — God's saving action on behalf of His people.

מְנוּחָה (menuchah)

A settled, peaceful state — the place of security, completion, and dwelling with God.

עֹז (oz)

Mighty power, boldness, and refuge — the force that sustains and protects God's people.

דֶּרֶךְ (derek)

A road, course, or manner of life — the direction one's journey takes.

לֵב (lev)

The center of a person — the seat of mind, will, emotions, and spiritual life.

חֵן (chen)

Favor, charm, and gracious acceptance — finding kindness in another's eyes.

הַר (har)

A high place of divine encounter — where heaven meets earth in revelation and covenant.

מִדְבָּר (midbar)

An uninhabited wasteland — the place of testing, dependence, and divine encounter.

זֶרַע (zera)

Offspring, descendants, and the promised line — the carrier of God's covenant purposes.

עֵץ (etz)

A living, rooted growth — symbolizing life, fruitfulness, wisdom, and the cross.

שִׁיר (shir)

A musical expression of worship, joy, lament, or testimony — the voice of the soul.

מַלְאָךְ (malak)

A messenger — a divine envoy sent by God to deliver His word and execute His will.

שָׁמַיִם (shamayim)

The heights above — the sky, the cosmic realm, and God's dwelling place.

אֵשׁ (esh)

A consuming force — symbolizing God's presence, purification, judgment, and passion.

מַיִם (mayim)

The substance of life — symbolizing cleansing, sustenance, the Spirit, and chaos overcome.

לֶחֶם (lechem)

Basic sustenance — the staff of life and symbol of God's provision and Christ's body.

אֶבֶן (eben)

A solid, enduring substance — representing permanence, witness, foundation, and Christ.

כּוֹס (kos)

A portion assigned — representing God's allotted destiny of blessing or judgment.

מִשְׁכָּן (mishkan)

A dwelling place — God's portable tent of meeting among His people.

מוּת (muth)

The cessation of life — the consequence of sin and the enemy conquered by Christ.

מִזְבֵּחַ (mizbeach)

A place of sacrifice and encounter — where offerings are made and God meets His people.

חָטָא (chata)

To miss the mark — falling short of God's standard and deviating from His intended path.

שִׂמְחָה (simchah)

Deep gladness and celebration — the delight that springs from God's presence and works.

בָּטַח (batach)

To lean on with full weight — confident reliance on God's character and promises.

בָּשָׂר (basar)

Physical substance and mortal frailty — human nature in its weakness and vulnerability.

יִרְאָה (yirah)

Reverent awe — the trembling wonder and holy respect that constitutes true wisdom.

צוּר (tsur)

A massive cliff or boulder — the immovable, unshakable foundation that is God Himself.

גֶּפֶן (gephen)

The fruit-bearing plant — symbolizing Israel, fruitfulness, and dependence on God.

תִּקְוָה (tiqvah)

A cord of expectation — the lifeline of confident waiting tied to God's promises.

מִשְׁפָּט (mishpat)

Right judgment and fair treatment — giving each person what they are due under God's standard.

הָלַל (halal)

To shine, to boast, to celebrate — extravagant, radiant praise that declares God's greatness.

אֹהֶל (ohel)

A temporary dwelling — the portable home of pilgrims, patriarchs, and God's meeting place.

גַּן (gan)

An enclosed, cultivated space — the place of divine presence, delight, and human vocation.

עֵדוּת (eduth)

A solemn witness declaration — God's revealed truth preserved as evidence for all generations.

דָּבָר (dabar)

A spoken reality — the dynamic, creative, effectual speech of God that accomplishes His purposes.

אוֹיֵב (oyeb)

An adversary or foe — those who oppose, hate, and stand against God's people.

דָּם (dam)

The life-fluid — sacred substance representing life, sacrifice, and covenant relationship.

הֵיכָל (hekal)

The grand palace — the holy house where God's glory dwells among His people.

נָצַל (natsal)

To snatch away, to rescue — God's powerful intervention that pulls His people from danger.

יָחַל (yachal)

To wait with expectation — enduring patiently in confident hope of God's faithfulness.

כַּלָּה (kallah)

The beloved partner — the chosen, adorned, and cherished one united to the bridegroom.

בְּרִית (berith)

A binding agreement — the solemn, oath-sealed bond that structures God's relationship with humanity.

רָפָא (rapha)

To mend and restore — God's power to cure disease, repair brokenness, and make whole.

אֱמֶת (emeth)

Firmness and reliability — what is solid, stable, and absolutely dependable.

שֶׁמֶן (shemen)

Pressed olive oil — symbolizing the Holy Spirit, consecration, healing, and joy.

בְּרִית דָּם (Berith Dam)

A binding agreement sealed with the shedding of blood.

רָדָה (Radah)

To rule, have dominion, or exercise authority over creation.

שָׁכַן (Shakan)

To dwell, abide, or settle — particularly God's presence dwelling among His people.

רוּם (Rum)

To raise up, lift high, or exalt in honor and praise.

צוֹם (Tsom)

To abstain from food for spiritual purposes — prayer, repentance, or seeking God.

נָבָל (Nabal)

A fool — one who is morally senseless and lives as though God does not exist.

שַׁעַר (Sha'ar)

A gate or entrance — the place of authority, justice, and spiritual access.

תִּפְאָרָה (Tipharah)

Beauty, glory, and splendor — the majestic adornment of God and His works.

שָׁמַר (Shamar)

To guard, keep, watch over, or protect with careful attention.

כָּבוֹד (Kavod)

Weight, honor, and glory — giving proper respect and recognition to God and others.

צֶלֶם (Tselem)

An image or likeness — humanity created in the image of God.

יָסַר (Yasar)

To discipline, instruct, correct, or chasten — training through correction.

נָהַג (Nahag)

To lead, drive, or guide — as a shepherd leads a flock.

שְׁבוּעָה (Shevu'ah)

A solemn oath or sworn promise, invoking God as witness.

שָׁפַךְ (Shaphak)

To pour out, shed, or spill — used of blood, the Spirit, and prayer.

χάρις (Charis)

Unmerited favor from God; His free gift of salvation and blessing

ἀγάπη (Agapē)

Unconditional, self-sacrificial love; the highest form of love

πίστις (Pistis)

Complete trust, confidence, and belief in God and His promises

ἀπολύτρωσις (Apolytrōsis)

The act of buying back; liberation through payment of a ransom

ἔλεος (Eleos) / חֶסֶד (Chesed)

God's compassionate withholding of deserved punishment

σωτηρία (Sōtēria) / יְשׁוּעָה (Yeshuah)

Deliverance from sin, death, and judgment through God's power

δικαιοσύνη (Dikaiosynē) / צְדָקָה (Tsedaqah)

Right standing before God; conformity to His character and law

μετάνοια (Metanoia)

A complete change of mind and direction, turning from sin to God

εὐαγγέλιον (Euangelion)

Good news; specifically the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ

ἀμήν (Amēn)

Truly, certainly — Jesus' unique way of authenticating His own words

βάπτισμα (Baptisma)

Immersion in water as a sign of repentance, cleansing, and new life in Christ

ἀνάστασις (Anastasis)

The bodily rising from the dead; Christ's victory over death

παραβολή (Parabolē)

A short story using everyday life to teach spiritual truth

μαθητής (Mathētēs)

A learner, follower, or apprentice who commits to a teacher's way of life

ἀπόστολος (Apostolos)

One sent with authority; a commissioned messenger of Christ

προσκυνέω (Proskyneō)

To bow down before God in reverence, adoration, and surrender

ἄφεσις (Aphesis)

The release from guilt, penalty, and the debt of sin

δικαίωσις (Dikaiōsis)

God's legal declaration that a sinner is righteous through faith in Christ

ἁγιασμός (Hagiasmos)

The process of being made holy; set apart and transformed by the Spirit

πρόνοια (Pronoia)

God's sovereign care, guidance, and governance over all creation

προορίζω (Proorizō)

God's sovereign determination of events and destinies before they occur

Trinitas (Latin theological term)

One God existing eternally in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit

σὰρξ ἐγένετο (Sarx Egeneto — 'became flesh')

God becoming human in the person of Jesus Christ

κοινωνία (Koinōnia)

Intimate fellowship and sharing; also the Lord's Supper

ψαλμός (Psalmos) / מִזְמוֹר (Mizmor)

A sacred song or hymn, especially those collected in the Book of Psalms

εὐχαριστία (Eucharistia)

Grateful acknowledgment of God's goodness and specific blessings

ἔντευξις (Enteuxis)

Praying on behalf of others; standing in the gap before God

μαρτυρία (Martyria)

A witness or declaration of truth, especially about God's work in one's life

גָּלָה (Galah) / ἀποκάλυψις (Apokalypsis)

God's unveiling of hidden truth to humanity

σταυρός (Stauros)

The instrument of Christ's death; symbol of atonement and self-denial

ἁρπάζω (harpazō)

To be caught up or snatched away to meet the Lord in the air.

χίλια ἔτη (chilia etē)

A thousand-year reign of Christ on earth described in Revelation.

παρουσία (parousia)

The arrival or coming — especially the second coming of Christ.

θεοφάνεια (theophaneia)

A visible manifestation or appearance of God to humanity.

λόγος (logos)

The Word — divine reason, speech, and the person of Christ.

ἐκκλησία (ekklēsia)

The called-out assembly — the church as God's gathered people.

κήρυγμα (kērygma)

The proclamation or preaching of the gospel message.

διδαχή (didachē)

Teaching or instruction — the systematic training of believers.

ἀγάπη (agapē)

A communal love feast shared by early Christians alongside the Lord's Supper.

δοξολογία (doxologia)

A hymn or expression of praise glorifying God.

ἐπιστολή (epistolē)

A formal letter — especially the apostolic letters in the New Testament.

κανών (kanōn)

A rule or standard — the authoritative list of books in the Bible.

αἵρεσις (hairesis)

A chosen opinion or faction — a departure from orthodox teaching.

ὀρθοδοξία (orthodoxia)

Right belief — correct, established Christian doctrine.

ἔσχατος (eschatos)

The study of last things — death, judgment, heaven, and the end of the age.

σωτηρία (sōtēria)

The study of salvation — how God rescues humanity from sin and death.

Χριστός (Christos)

The study of the person and work of Jesus Christ.

πνεῦμα (pneuma)

The study of the Holy Spirit — His person, work, and gifts.

ἀπολογία (apologia)

A reasoned defense of the Christian faith.

ἐξήγησις (exēgēsis)

Critical explanation or interpretation of a biblical text.

ἑρμηνεύω (hermēneuō)

The science and art of biblical interpretation.

οἰκονομία (oikonomia)

The management of a household — responsible care of what God has entrusted.

πίστις (pistis)

Trust, belief, and confident assurance in God and His promises.

εἰρήνη (eirēnē)

Wholeness, harmony, and tranquility — the inner calm that comes from God.

χαρά (chara)

Deep, abiding gladness rooted in God's character and salvation.

ψυχή (psychē)

The inner life, self, and animating essence of a person.

πνεῦμα (pneuma)

Breath, wind, or spirit — the immaterial, divine dimension of life.

ἄγγελος (angelos)

A messenger — a heavenly being sent by God to deliver His word and carry out His will.

δαιμόνιον (daimonion)

An evil spirit opposed to God, subject to Christ's authority.

Χριστός (Christos)

The Anointed One — the Greek equivalent of Messiah.

ἱερόν (hieron)

God's dwelling place — the sacred house where His presence resides.

σημεῖον (sēmeion)

A miraculous act that reveals God's identity and purposes.

ἄρτος (artos)

Physical and spiritual nourishment — a symbol of God's provision and Christ's body.

ὑπακοή (hupakoē)

Attentive listening that leads to submissive action — hearing God and doing His will.

μακροθυμία (makrothumia)

Long-suffering endurance — bearing with people and circumstances without giving up.

πραΰτης (prautēs)

Meekness and controlled strength — power under the guidance of wisdom and love.

ἀγαθωσύνη (agathōsunē)

Moral excellence expressed in generous, active kindness toward others.

ἐγκράτεια (egkrateia)

Mastery over one's desires and impulses — inner strength to govern oneself.

κληρονομία (klēronomia)

The portion received as an heir — God's promised blessings for His children.

υἱοθεσία (huiothesia)

Being placed as a son — receiving full rights and status as God's child.

ἱλασμός (hilasmos)

The satisfaction of God's wrath through Christ's atoning sacrifice.

καταλλαγή (katallagē)

The restoration of friendship between God and sinful humanity through Christ.

μεσίτης (mesitēs)

A go-between who stands in the middle to bring two parties together.

μάρτυς (martus)

One who testifies to what they have seen, heard, or experienced — even at the cost of their life.

ἐκλεκτός (eklektos)

Chosen by God — selected for a special purpose and relationship.

θλῖψις (thlipsis)

Intense pressure, affliction, and distress — the suffering believers endure in a fallen world.

ὑπομονή (hupomonē)

Steadfast endurance under pressure — remaining faithful despite difficulty.

στέφανος (stephanos)

A victor's wreath — the reward given for faithful service and endurance.

σφραγίς (sphragis)

A mark of ownership, authenticity, and security — God's guarantee upon His people.

ζυγός (zugos)

A wooden frame joining two animals — a metaphor for partnership, service, and submission.

χάρις (charis)

Unmerited divine favor — God's free, generous gift to the undeserving.

ἐπαγγελία (epangelia)

A divine pledge — God's binding commitment to fulfill what He has declared.

ἐξουσία (exousia)

Delegated power and rightful authority — the right to act with divine backing.

σάρξ (sarx)

Human nature in its weakness and opposition to God's Spirit.

κόσμος (kosmos)

The ordered creation, or the human system organized in opposition to God.

ἁμαρτία (hamartia)

Missing the mark — falling short of God's standard of righteousness.

θάνατος (thanatos)

Separation — physical, spiritual, and eternal — the consequence of sin.

ζωή (zōē)

Divine, eternal, abundant life — the quality of life that belongs to God.

διδάσκω (didaskō)

To instruct, explain, and form disciples through systematic teaching of truth.

προσευχή (proseuchē)

Communication with God — addressing Him with worship, petition, confession, and thanksgiving.

ἐκκλησία (ekklēsia)

The called-out assembly — God's gathered people, not a building.

ἄμπελος (ampelos)

A fruitful plant symbolizing connection to Christ and spiritual productivity.

θύρα (thura)

An entrance or gateway — Christ as the only way to salvation and abundant life.

θησαυρός (thēsauros)

A stored-up wealth — what the heart values most and pursues above all else.

ἐλπίς (elpis)

Confident expectation — a certain assurance of future good grounded in God's character.

δόξα (doxa)

Radiant splendor, honor, and praise — the visible manifestation of God's excellence.

ἐντολή (entolē)

A divine directive — God's authoritative instruction for how His people should live.

αἷμα (haima)

The life-substance — the means of atonement, covenant, and purification.

ῥῆμα (rhēma)

A spoken word — a specific, timely utterance from God that activates faith.

φιλέω (phileō)

Brotherly affection — warm, tender, personal friendship love.

ἀφίημι (aphiēmi)

To release, let go, or send away — canceling a debt and setting the offender free.

λόγος (logos)

The comprehensive divine self-expression — reason, message, and ultimately Christ Himself.

προσκυνέω (proskuneō)

To bow down, kiss toward — reverent adoration and submission before God.

θύρα (thura)

An entrance and barrier — the point of access, opportunity, and exclusive passage.

ὄνομα (onoma)

Identity, character, and authority — a person's nature expressed and invoked.

ἱερόν (hieron)

The sacred dwelling — God's house where heaven and earth intersect.

ἐνδύω (enduō)

To put on, to be dressed in — taking on a new identity, character, or spiritual reality.

ἀμνός (amnos)

The sacrificial animal — the innocent substitute who bears the sin of the world.

στέφανος (stephanos)

A victory wreath — the reward given to overcomers, athletes, and the faithful.

χρίω (chriō)

To smear with oil — consecrating a person for sacred office and divine empowerment.

δύναμις (dunamis)

Inherent capability and mighty force — the power that accomplishes the impossible.

καλέω (kaleō)

To summon, invite, or name — God's sovereign invitation that creates what it declares.

περιπατέω (peripateō)

To walk around, to conduct one's life — the habitual pattern of daily living.

ἐπαγγελία (epaggelia)

A divine pledge — God's binding commitment to fulfill what He has declared.

εὐλογία (eulogia)

Good words spoken — divine favor, praise, and the bestowal of God's goodness.

βασιλεία (basileia)

Royal rule and reign — God's sovereign authority actively exercised over all creation.

ὁμολογέω (homologeō)

To say the same thing — agreeing with God about truth, sin, and the identity of Christ.

ψυχή (psuchē)

The inner life and self — the animating principle, the person, the seat of identity.

λεῖμμα (leimma)

The faithful remainder — the preserved few through whom God continues His redemptive purposes.

πλήρωμα (plērōma)

Complete filling — the totality, completeness, and abundant overflow of God's presence and purpose.

διδάσκω (didaskō)

To instruct systematically — imparting knowledge, understanding, and practical skill for living.

δοῦλος (doulos)

A bondservant — one wholly devoted to and owned by a master, serving with complete loyalty.

ἁγιάζω (hagiazō)

To set apart and make holy — dedicating something or someone for God's exclusive purposes.

εἰρήνη (eirēnē)

Wholeness and harmony — the state of well-being that comes from reconciliation with God.

λύτρον (lutron)

The price paid for release — the cost of freeing a captive or slave from bondage.

σοφία (sophia)

Divine insight and skill for living — the ability to apply knowledge rightly in every situation.

αἰώνιος (aiōnios)

Age-lasting and unending — belonging to the realm and quality of God's own life.

γεννάω ἄνωθεν (gennaō anōthen)

Born from above — the spiritual rebirth that begins an entirely new life through God's Spirit.

μένω (menō)

To remain, stay, and continue — enduring, persistent connection that does not depart.

ὀργή (orgē)

Settled indignation — God's measured, righteous, and just anger against sin and evil.

ἔλεος (eleos)

Compassionate kindness — withholding deserved punishment and extending help to the miserable.

σταυρός (stauros)

The instrument of execution — the place where Christ bore sin and death was defeated.

παράκλησις (Paraklēsis)

Encouragement, consolation, and exhortation drawn from God's presence.

ἐπιθυμία (Epithumia)

Strong desire or longing, used for both righteous yearning and sinful lust.

ὑπομένω (Hupomenō)

To remain under, endure patiently, or persevere through trials.

κοινωνία (Koinōnia)

Intimate sharing, partnership, and communion among believers and with God.

καρπός (Karpos)

Fruit, produce, or the visible outcome of spiritual life and character.

θερισμός (Therismos)

The harvest — a gathering of crops, and metaphor for gathering souls into God's kingdom.

κληρονόμος (Klēronomos)

An heir — one who receives an inheritance, especially as a child of God.

κολλάω (Kollaō)

To join, cleave, or bind closely together — used of marriage and devotion to God.

γινώσκω (Ginōskō)

To know through experience, relationship, or personal discovery.

φανερόω (Phaneroō)

To make visible, manifest, or reveal what was previously hidden.

מָרַן אֲתָא (Maran atha)

An Aramaic phrase meaning 'Our Lord, come!' or 'The Lord is coming'