Greek Word Study

The meaning of φωτισμός

Understanding phōtismós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

light. - illumination (figuratively)

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φωτισμός

Phoneticfo-tis-mos'
Transliterationphōtismós
Grammar Code
G:N-M
Greek Noun, Masculine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

light. - illumination (figuratively)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
2 Corinthians 4:4

In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.

Word: φωτισμός (phōtismós)
2 Corinthians 4:6

For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

Word: φωτισμός (phōtismós)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
2 Corinthians
Book Distribution

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