The meaning of “χρῆμα”

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

G5536

Greek Text

Strong's Concordance

χρῆμα

Phonetickhray'-mah

Transliterationchrēma

Grammar Code

G:N-N

Greek Noun, Neuter

Strong's Definition

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

money, riches. - something useful or needed, i.e. wealth, price

Scripture References

7 total references

Reference	Text
Mark 10:24	“And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!”
Luke 18:24	“And when Jesus saw that he was very sorrowful, he said, How hardly shall they that have riches enter into the kingdom of God!”
Acts 8:20	“But Peter said unto him, Thy money perish with thee, because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money.”

Total Occurrences

Most Frequent Book

Acts

Book Distribution

Mark2

Luke1

Acts4

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