Greek Word Study
The meaning of “παλιγγενεσία”
Understanding palingenesía reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
regeneration. - (spiritual) rebirth (the state or the act), i.e. (figuratively) spiritual renovation - specially, Messia...
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
παλιγγενεσία
Phoneticpal-ing-ghen-es-ee'-ah
Transliterationpalingenesía
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
regeneration. - (spiritual) rebirth (the state or the act), i.e. (figuratively) spiritual renovation - specially, Messianic restoration
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 19:28 | “And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.” Word: παλιγγενεσία (palingenesía) | |
| Titus 3:5 | “Not by works of righteousness which we have done, but according to his mercy he saved us, by the washing of regeneration, and renewing of the Holy Ghost;” Word: παλιγγενεσία (palingenesía) |