G1849
Authority
ἐξουσία (exousia)
Delegated power and rightful authority — the right to act with divine backing.
Greek
Pronunciation: ex-oo-SEE-ah
Definition
Exousia is the Greek word for authority, meaning delegated power, permission, and the right to act. Jesus exercised divine authority and delegated it to His followers for ministry and spiritual warfare.
Featured KJV occurrences (3)
Matthew 28:18
“And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth.”Read in context
Luke 10:19
“Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy.”Read in context
John 1:12
“But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name.”Read in context
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