The meaning of “σφραγίς”
Understanding sphragís reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
probably strengthened from φράσσω seal. - a signet (as fencing in or protecting from misappropriation) - by implication,...
σφραγίς
probably strengthened from φράσσω seal. - a signet (as fencing in or protecting from misappropriation) - by implication, the stamp impressed (as a mark of privacy, or genuineness), literally or figuratively
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Romans 4:11 | “And he received the sign of circumcision, a seal of the righteousness of the faith which he had yet being uncircumcised: that he might be the father of all them that believe, though they be not circumcised; that righteousness might be imputed unto them also:” Word: σφραγίς (sphragís) | |
| 1 Corinthians 9:2 | “If I be not an apostle unto others, yet doubtless I am to you: for the seal of mine apostleship are ye in the Lord.” Word: σφραγίς (sphragís) | |
| 2 Timothy 2:19 | “Nevertheless the foundation of God standeth sure, having this seal, The Lord knoweth them that are his. And, Let every one that nameth the name of Christ depart from iniquity.” Word: σφραγίς (sphragís) | |
| Revelation 6:5 | “And when he had opened the third seal, I heard the third beast say, Come and see. And I beheld, and lo a black horse; and he that sat on him had a pair of balances in his hand.” Word: σφραγίς (sphragís) |