The meaning of “ἁγιασμός”
Understanding hagiasmós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
holiness, sanctification. - properly, purification, i.e. (the state) purity - concretely (by Hebraism) a purifier
ἁγιασμός
holiness, sanctification. - properly, purification, i.e. (the state) purity - concretely (by Hebraism) a purifier
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 6:22 | “But now being made free from sin, and become servants to God, ye have your fruit unto holiness, and the end everlasting life.” Word: ἁγιασμός (hagiasmós) | |
| 1 Corinthians 1:30 | “But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:” Word: ἁγιασμός (hagiasmós) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 4:4 | “That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour;” Word: ἁγιασμός (hagiasmós) | |
| 2 Thessalonians 2:13 | “But we are bound to give thanks alway to God for you, brethren beloved of the Lord, because God hath from the beginning chosen you to salvation through sanctification of the Spirit and belief of the truth:” Word: ἁγιασμός (hagiasmós) | |
| 1 Timothy 2:15 | “Notwithstanding she shall be saved in childbearing, if they continue in faith and charity and holiness with sobriety. ” Word: ἁγιασμός (hagiasmós) |
Usage Statistics
Theological Word Study: Sanctify
Old Testament Usage
Meaning: To set apart, make holy
The Hebrew qadash (קָדַשׁ) means to set apart or consecrate—separating something for God's sacred purposes. God sanctified the seventh day (Genesis 2:3) and calls His people to 'be holy; for I am holy' (Leviticus 11:44).
New Testament Usage
Meaning: To sanctify, make holy
The Greek hagiazo (ἁγιάζω) means to sanctify or make holy—setting apart for God. Christ sanctifies believers: 'by the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all' (Hebrews 10:10).