Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ὀφείλημα”
Understanding opheílēma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
debt. - something owed, i.e. (figuratively) a due - morally, a fault
G3783
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ὀφείλημα
Phoneticof-i'-lay-mah
Transliterationopheílēma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
debt. - something owed, i.e. (figuratively) a due - morally, a fault
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 6:12 | “And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.” Word: ὀφείλημα (opheílēma) | |
| Romans 4:4 | “Now to him that worketh is the reward not reckoned of grace, but of debt.” Word: ὀφείλημα (opheílēma) |