Greek Word Study
The meaning of “τελείωσις”
Understanding teleíōsis reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
perfection, performance. - (the act) completion, i.e. (of prophecy) verification, or (of expiation) absolution
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
τελείωσις
Phonetictel-i'-o-sis
Transliterationteleíōsis
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
perfection, performance. - (the act) completion, i.e. (of prophecy) verification, or (of expiation) absolution
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 1:45 | “And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.” Word: τελείωσις (teleíōsis) | |
| Hebrews 7:11 | “If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?” Word: τελείωσις (teleíōsis) |