Strong's Lexicon theotés: Deity, Godhead, Divine Nature Original Word: θεότης Word Origin: Derived from θεός (theos), meaning "God." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "theotés," related concepts can be found in terms like אֱלֹהִים (Elohim, Strong's H430), which is used for God or gods, and שַׁדַּי (Shaddai, Strong's H7706), often translated as "Almighty." Usage: The term "theotés" refers to the essence or nature of being God. It encapsulates the fullness of divine attributes and the state of being God. In the New Testament, it is used to express the complete and perfect nature of God, particularly in relation to Christ. Cultural and Historical Background: In the context of Hellenistic philosophy and early Christian theology, the concept of "theotés" was significant in discussions about the nature of divinity and the relationship between God and creation. The term underscores the Christian belief in the full divinity of Christ, countering early heresies that denied His divine nature. The understanding of "theotés" was crucial in the development of the doctrine of the Trinity, affirming that Jesus Christ possesses the full nature of God. HELPS Word-studies 2320 theótēs (a feminine noun derived from 2316 /theós, "God") – the personal God revealed in the Bible who is triune and infinitely relational as demonstrated by the embodiment of the Godhead in the incarnated Christ (used only in Col 2:9). 2320 /theótēs ("fullness of deity") expresses God's "essential (personal) deity, as belonging to Christ" (WS, 906). 2320 (theótēs) focuses on Christ physically embodying the Godhead through His incarnation and shown throughout His perfect life of faith (cf. Heb 12:2). [For more on Christ's full deity, see 2316 /theós ("God") at Sidebar A.] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom theos Definition deity NASB Translation Deity (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2320: θεότηςθεότης, θεότητος, ἡ (deitas, Tertullian, Augustine (de civ. Dei 7, 1)), deity i. e. the state of being God, Godhead: Colossians 2:9. (Lucian, Icar. 9; Plutarch, de defect. orac. 10, p. 415 c.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance godhead, deityFrom theos; divinity (abstractly) -- godhead. see GREEK theos Forms and Transliterations θεοτητος θεότητος theotetos theotētos theótetos theótētosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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