Strong’s G1783

ἔντευξις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

enteuxis

Pronunciation

en-TOOK-sis

Definition

Intercession, petition, prayer

Meaning

(lit: approaching the king, hence a technical term), a petition, prayer, intercession.

Usage

The term "enteuxis" refers to the act of interceding or making a petition on behalf of another. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a form of prayer that involves earnest appeal or supplication to God, often for the needs of others. It emphasizes the role of believers as intercessors, standing in the gap for others through prayer.

Bible references

1 Timothy 2:1;1 Timothy 4:5