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The meaning of δειλία

Understanding deilía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

fear. - timidity

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δειλία

Phoneticdi-lee'-ah
Transliterationdeilía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

fear. - timidity

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

1 total references
ReferenceText
2 Timothy 1:7

For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Word: δειλία (deilía)

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2 Timothy
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