The meaning of “εὐαγγέλιον”
Understanding euangélion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
gospel. - a good message, i.e. the gospel
εὐαγγέλιον
gospel. - a good message, i.e. the gospel
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 24:14 | “And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.” Word: εὐαγγέλιον (euangélion) | |
| Romans 11:28 | “As concerning the gospel, they are enemies for your sakes: but as touching the election, they are beloved for the fathers’ sakes.” Word: εὐαγγέλιον (euangélion) | |
| Galatians 2:2 | “And I went up by revelation, and communicated unto them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to them which were of reputation, lest by any means I should run, or had run, in vain.” Word: εὐαγγέλιον (euangélion) | |
| Colossians 1:23 | “If ye continue in the faith grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which ye have heard, and which was preached to every creature which is under heaven; whereof I Paul am made a minister;” Word: εὐαγγέλιον (euangélion) | |
| 1 Timothy 1:11 | “According to the glorious gospel of the blessed God, which was committed to my trust.” Word: εὐαγγέλιον (euangélion) |
Usage Statistics
Theological Word Study: Gospel
New Testament Usage
Meaning: Good news, gospel
The Greek euangelion (εὐαγγέλιον) means good news or gospel—the message of salvation through Christ's death and resurrection. It's 'the power of God unto salvation' (Romans 1:16).