Greek Word Study
The meaning of “χρῖσμα”
Understanding chrîsma reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
anointing, unction. - an unguent or smearing, i.e. (figuratively) the special endowment ("chrism") of the Holy Spirit
G5545
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
χρῖσμα
Phonetickhris'-mah
Transliterationchrîsma
Grammar Code
G:N-N
Greek Noun, Neuter
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
anointing, unction. - an unguent or smearing, i.e. (figuratively) the special endowment ("chrism") of the Holy Spirit
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
2 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 John 2:20 | “But ye have an unction from the Holy One, and ye know all things.” Word: χρῖσμα (chrîsma) | |
| 1 John 2:27 | “But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.” Word: χρῖσμα (chrîsma) |