Greek Word Study
The meaning of “οἰκητήριον”
Understanding oikētḗrion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
neuter of a presumed derivative of οἰκέω (equivalent to οἴκημα) habitation, house. - a residence (literally or figurativ...
G3613
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
οἰκητήριον
Phoneticoy-kay-tay'-ree-on
Transliterationoikētḗrion
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
neuter of a presumed derivative of οἰκέω (equivalent to οἴκημα) habitation, house. - a residence (literally or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Corinthians 5:2 | “For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven:” Word: οἰκητήριον (oikētḗrion) | |
| Jude 1:6 | “And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the judgment of the great day.” Word: οἰκητήριον (oikētḗrion) |