Greek Word Study
The meaning of “κόλασις”
Understanding kólasis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
punishment, torment. - penal infliction
G2851
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
κόλασις
Phonetickol'-as-is
Transliterationkólasis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
punishment, torment. - penal infliction
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 25:46 | “And these shall go away into everlasting punishment: but the righteous into life eternal. ” Word: κόλασις (kólasis) | |
| 1 John 4:18 | “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.” Word: κόλασις (kólasis) |