The meaning of “πρεσβυτέριον”
Understanding presbytérion reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
neuter of a presumed derivative of πρεσβύτερος (estate of) elder(-s), presbytery. - the order of elders, i.e. (specially...
πρεσβυτέριον
neuter of a presumed derivative of πρεσβύτερος (estate of) elder(-s), presbytery. - the order of elders, i.e. (specially), Israelite Sanhedrin or Christian "presbytery"
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 22:66 | “And as soon as it was day, the elders of the people and the chief priests and the scribes came together, and led him into their council, saying,” Word: πρεσβυτέριον (presbytérion) | |
| Acts 22:5 | “As also the high priest doth bear me witness, and all the estate of the elders: from whom also I received letters unto the brethren, and went to Damascus, to bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem, for to be punished.” Word: πρεσβυτέριον (presbytérion) | |
| 1 Timothy 4:14 | “Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery.” Word: πρεσβυτέριον (presbytérion) |