Word Study

The meaning of Μεσσίας

Understanding Messías reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance

Μεσσίας

Phoneticmes-see'-as
TransliterationMessías
Grammar Code
N:N--T
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

of Hebrew origin (מָשִׁיחַ) Messias. - the Messias (i.e. Mashiach), or Christ

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
John 1:41

He first findeth his own brother Simon, and saith unto him, We have found the Messias, which is, being interpreted, the Christ.

John 4:25

The woman saith unto him, I know that Messias cometh, which is called Christ: when he is come, he will tell us all things.

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
John
Book Distribution
John2

Devotional Reflection

How does the original Greek meaning of 'Μεσσίας' deepen your understanding of John 1:41?