Greek Word Study
The meaning of “λεῖμμα”
Understanding leîmma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
remnant. - a remainder
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
λεῖμμα
Phoneticlime'-mah
Transliterationleîmma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
remnant. - a remainder
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
1 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 11:5 | “Even so then at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace.” Word: λεῖμμα (leîmma) |
Usage Statistics
Theological Word Study: Remnant
Old Testament Usage
שְׁאֵרִיתSheerit
Meaning: Remnant, remainder
The Hebrew sheerit (שְׁאֵרִית) means remnant—those who remain after judgment. Isaiah named his son 'Shear-jashub' ('a remnant shall return'), prophesying God's preservation of a faithful few.
New Testament Usage
λεῖμμαLeimma
Meaning: Remnant
The Greek leimma (λεῖμμα) means remnant. Paul argues that 'at this present time also there is a remnant according to the election of grace' (Romans 11:5)—God always preserves His faithful ones.