The meaning of “θησαυρός”
Understanding thēsaurós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
treasure. - a deposit, i.e. wealth (literally or figuratively)
θησαυρός
treasure. - a deposit, i.e. wealth (literally or figuratively)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 12:35 | “A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.” Word: θησαυρός (thēsaurós) | |
| Mark 10:21 | “Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.” Word: θησαυρός (thēsaurós) | |
| Luke 12:34 | “For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” Word: θησαυρός (thēsaurós) | |
| 2 Corinthians 4:7 | “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.” Word: θησαυρός (thēsaurós) | |
| Colossians 2:3 | “In whom are hid all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” Word: θησαυρός (thēsaurós) |