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    G5485

    Grace (Charis)

    χάρις (charis)

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

    Greek
    Pronunciation: KHAH-ris

    Definition

    Charis is the Greek word for grace, meaning undeserved favor, kindness, and generosity. It is the foundation of salvation, the fuel of Christian living, and the defining characteristic of God's relationship with humanity.

    Featured KJV occurrences (3)

    Ephesians 2:8-9

    “For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: Not of works, lest any man should boast.”
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    2 Corinthians 12:9

    “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.”
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    John 1:16

    “And of his fulness have all we received, and grace for grace.”
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