Strong’s G2209

ζημία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

zémia

Pronunciation

dzay-mee'-ah

Definition

Loss, damage, forfeit

Meaning

damage, loss, detriment.

Usage

In the New Testament, ζημία (zémia) is used to describe the concept of loss or damage, often in a spiritual or moral context. It conveys the idea of forfeiting something valuable, whether material or immaterial, for the sake of a greater good or due to adverse circumstances.

Bible references

Acts 27:10;Acts 27:21;Philippians 3:7;Philippians 3:8