Greek Word Study
The meaning of “ῥαντισμός”
Understanding rhantismós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
sprinkling. - aspersion (ceremonially or figuratively)
G4473
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
ῥαντισμός
Phonetichran-tis-mos'
Transliterationrhantismós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
sprinkling. - aspersion (ceremonially or figuratively)
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Hebrews 12:24 | “And to Jesus the mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling, that speaketh better things than that of Abel.” Word: ῥαντισμός (rhantismós) | |
| 1 Peter 1:2 | “Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied.” Word: ῥαντισμός (rhantismós) |