Strong's Lexicon epiphaneia: Appearing, Manifestation Original Word: ἐπιφάνεια Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb ἐπιφαίνω (epiphainō), meaning "to appear" or "to shine upon." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "epiphaneia," the concept of divine appearance or manifestation can be related to Hebrew terms like "כָּבוֹד" (kabod, meaning "glory") and "רָאָה" (ra'ah, meaning "to see" or "to appear"). Usage: The term "epiphaneia" in the New Testament primarily refers to the visible and glorious manifestation of Jesus Christ, particularly in the context of His second coming. It conveys the idea of a divine appearance that is both revealing and illuminating. The word is used to describe the future event when Christ will return in glory and power, bringing to fulfillment God's redemptive plan. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, "epiphaneia" was often used to describe the appearance of a deity or the visit of a king or emperor, signifying a moment of revelation and authority. In the Christian context, it takes on a profound theological significance, emphasizing the hope and expectation of Christ's return. The early church lived with a keen anticipation of this event, which was central to their faith and mission. HELPS Word-studies 2015 epipháneia (from 1909 /epí, "on, fitting," which intensifies 5316 /phaínō, "show forth, appear") – properly, a fitting manifestation (literally, "an epiphany"). [2015 (epipháneia) is the root of the English term, "epiphany."] 2015 (epipháneia) literally suggests an appearing that builds on (Gk epi) on the characteristics of a particular situation. Accordingly, 2015 /epipháneia ("conspicuous appearing") emphasizes the fitting impact Christ's visible appearance will have on the entire world – i.e. all who see it (saved and unsaved). In the NT, 2015 (epipháneia) occurs six times – always used of Christ's coming (once of His first coming, 2 Tim 1:10). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom epiphanés Definition appearance NASB Translation appearance (1), appearing (5). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2015: ἐπιφάνειαἐπιφάνεια, ἐπιφανείας, ἡ (ἐπιφανής), an appearing, appearance (Tertullianapparentia); often used by the Greeks of a glorious manifestation of the gods, and especially of their advent to help; in 2 Macc. of signal deeds and events betokening the presence and power of God as helper; cf. Grimm on Maccabees, p. 60f, 75 (but especially the thorough exposition by Prof. Abbot (on Titus 2:13 Note B) in the Journal of the Society for Biblical Literature and Exegesis, i., p. 16f (1882)). In the N. T. the 'advent' of Christ — not only that which has already taken place and by which his presence and power appear in the saving light he has shed upon mankind, 2 Timothy 1:10 (note the word φωτίσαντος in this passage); but also that illustrious return from heaven to earth hereafter to occur: 1 Timothy 6:14; 2 Timothy 4:1, 8; Titus 2:13 (on which see especially Prof. Abbot as above); ἡ ἐπιφάνεια (i. e. the breaking forth) τῆς παρουσίας αὐτοῦ, 2 Thessalonians 2:8. (Cf. Trench, § xciv.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance appearance, brightness. From epiphanes; a manifestation, i.e. (specially) the advent of Christ (past or future) -- appearing, brightness. see GREEK epiphanes Forms and Transliterations επιφανεια επιφανεία ἐπιφανείᾳ επιφανειαν επιφάνειαν ἐπιφάνειαν επιφανειας επιφανείας ἐπιφανείας epiphaneia epiphaneíāi epiphaneian epipháneian epiphaneias epiphaneíasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Thessalonians 2:8 N-DFSGRK: καταργήσει τῇ ἐπιφανείᾳ τῆς παρουσίας NAS: and bring to an end by the appearance of His coming; KJV: shall destroy with the brightness of his INT: annul by the appearing of the coming 1 Timothy 6:14 N-GFS 2 Timothy 1:10 N-GFS 2 Timothy 4:1 N-AFS 2 Timothy 4:8 N-AFS Titus 2:13 N-AFS Strong's Greek 2015 |
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