Strong’s G1349
δίκη
Part of speech
Noun, Feminine
Transliteration
diké
Pronunciation
dee-KAY
Definition
Justice, judgment, punishment, vengeance
Meaning
(a) (originally: custom, usage) right, justice, (b) process of law, judicial hearing, (c) execution of sentence, punishment, penalty, (d) justice, vengeance.
Usage
In the New Testament, "diké" primarily refers to the concept of justice or judgment. It can denote the administration of what is right, the execution of judgment, or the punishment that follows a judicial decision. The term is often used in contexts where divine justice or retribution is implied, reflecting God's righteous nature and His role as the ultimate judge.
Bible references
Acts 28:4;2 Thessalonians 1:9;Jude 1:7