Greek Word Study
The meaning of “φίλημα”
Understanding phílēma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
kiss. - a kiss
G5370
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
φίλημα
Phoneticfil'-ay-mah
Transliterationphílēma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
kiss. - a kiss
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
7 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 22:48 | “But Jesus said unto him, Judas, betrayest thou the Son of man with a kiss?” Word: φίλημα (phílēma) | |
| Romans 16:16 | “Salute one another with an holy kiss. The churches of Christ salute you.” Word: φίλημα (phílēma) | |
| 1 Corinthians 16:20 | “All the brethren greet you. Greet ye one another with an holy kiss.” Word: φίλημα (phílēma) | |
| 2 Corinthians 13:12 | “Greet one another with an holy kiss.” Word: φίλημα (phílēma) | |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:26 | “Greet all the brethren with an holy kiss.” Word: φίλημα (phílēma) |
Usage Statistics
Total Occurrences
7x
Most Frequent Book
Luke