The meaning of “Ἱερουσαλήμ”
Understanding Hierousalḗm reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of Hebrew origin (יְרוּשָׁלַ͏ִם) Jerusalem. - Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
Ἱερουσαλήμ
of Hebrew origin (יְרוּשָׁלַ͏ִם) Jerusalem. - Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 23:37 | “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, thou that killest the prophets, and stonest them which are sent unto thee, how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!” Word: Ἱερουσαλήμ (Hierousalḗm) | |
| Mark 11:1 | “And when they came nigh to Jerusalem, unto Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount of Olives, he sendeth forth two of his disciples,” Word: Ἱερουσαλήμ (Hierousalḗm) | |
| Luke 13:22 | “And he went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem.” Word: Ἱερουσαλήμ (Hierousalḗm) | |
| Acts 13:27 | “For they that dwell at Jerusalem, and their rulers, because they knew him not, nor yet the voices of the prophets which are read every sabbath day, they have fulfilled them in condemning him. ” Word: Ἱερουσαλήμ (Hierousalḗm) | |
| Romans 15:26 | “For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem.” Word: Ἱερουσαλήμ (Hierousalḗm) |