The meaning of “θρόνος”
Understanding thrónos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
seat, throne. - a stately seat ("throne") - by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
θρόνος
seat, throne. - a stately seat ("throne") - by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:22 | “And he that shall swear by heaven, sweareth by the throne of God, and by him that sitteth thereon.” Word: θρόνος (thrónos) | |
| Luke 1:52 | “He hath put down the mighty from their seats, and exalted them of low degree.” Word: θρόνος (thrónos) | |
| Acts 7:49 | “Heaven is my throne, and earth is my footstool: what house will ye build me? saith the Lord: or what is the place of my rest?” Word: θρόνος (thrónos) | |
| Colossians 1:16 | “For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:” Word: θρόνος (thrónos) | |
| Hebrews 8:1 | “Now of the things which we have spoken this is the sum: We have such an high priest, who is set on the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens;” Word: θρόνος (thrónos) |
Usage Statistics
Theological Word Study: Throne
Old Testament Usage
Meaning: Throne, seat
The Hebrew kisse (כִּסֵּא) means throne—the seat of royal authority. 'The LORD hath prepared his throne in the heavens; and his kingdom ruleth over all' (Psalm 103:19). God promised David's throne would be established forever.
New Testament Usage
Meaning: Throne
The Greek thronos (θρόνος) denotes a throne—seat of authority. 'Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace' (Hebrews 4:16). Christ sits at the Father's right hand, and overcomers will share His throne (Revelation 3:21).