Strong’s G0334

ἀνάθεμα

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

anathéma

Pronunciation

ah-NAH-theh-mah

Definition

Accursed, devoted to destruction, offering

Meaning

an offering dedicated (hung up in a temple) by a worshipper; a gift or offering consecrated to God.

Usage

In the New Testament, "anathéma" refers to something or someone that is devoted to destruction or set apart for divine wrath. It is often used to denote a curse or a state of being accursed, particularly in the context of being separated from God's favor or grace. The term carries a strong connotation of irrevocable dedication to destruction, often due to disobedience or heresy.

Bible references

Luke 21:5