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The meaning of αἰχμαλωσία

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

Definition

captivity.

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αἰχμαλωσία

Phoneticaheekh-mal-o-see'-ah
Transliterationaichmalōsía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

captivity.

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Ephesians 4:8

Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men.

Word: αἰχμαλωσία (aichmalōsía)
Revelation 13:10

He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity: he that killeth with the sword must be killed with the sword. Here is the patience and the faith of the saints.

Word: αἰχμαλωσία (aichmalōsía)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Ephesians
Book Distribution

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