Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ἐπάγγελμα”
Understanding epángelma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
promise. - a self-committal (by assurance of conferring some good)
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ἐπάγγελμα
Phoneticep-ang'-el-mah
Transliterationepángelma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
promise. - a self-committal (by assurance of conferring some good)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Peter 1:4 | “Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.” Word: ἐπάγγελμα (epángelma) | |
| 2 Peter 3:13 | “Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.” Word: ἐπάγγελμα (epángelma) |