G1785
Commandment
ἐντολή (entolē)
A divine directive — God's authoritative instruction for how His people should live.
Greek
Pronunciation: en-tol-AY
Definition
Entolē is the Greek word for commandment, meaning an authoritative order or instruction. God's commandments reveal His will, protect His people, and define the boundaries of a life that flourishes.
Featured KJV occurrences (3)
John 13:34
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”Read in context
1 John 5:3
“For this is the love of God, that we keep his commandments: and his commandments are not grievous.”Read in context
Deuteronomy 6:6
“And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart.”Read in context
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