Strong’s G0859

ἄφεσις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

aphesis

Pronunciation

AH-feh-sis

Definition

Forgiveness, release, remission

Meaning

a sending away, a letting go, a release, pardon, complete forgiveness.

Usage

In the New Testament, "aphesis" primarily refers to the act of forgiving or the state of being forgiven. It conveys the idea of releasing someone from a debt or obligation, often used in the context of sin. The term emphasizes the liberation and pardon granted by God to sinners through Jesus Christ.

Bible references

Matthew 26:28;Mark 1:4;Mark 3:29;Luke 1:77;Luke 3:3;Luke 4:18;Luke 4:18;Luke 24:47;Acts 2:38;Acts 5:31;Acts 10:43;Acts 13:38;Acts 26:18;Ephesians 1:7;Colossians 1:14;Hebrews 9:22;Hebrews 10:18