Strong’s G2244

ἡλικία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

hélikia

Pronunciation

hay-lee-kee'-ah

Definition

Age, stature, maturity

Meaning

age, term of life; full age, maturity; stature.

Usage

In the New Testament, "hélikia" primarily refers to age or the physical stature of a person. It can denote the period of life or maturity, often implying a stage of development or growth. The term is used to describe both the physical and metaphorical growth of individuals.

Bible references

Matthew 6:27;Luke 2:52;Luke 12:25;Luke 19:3;John 9:21;John 9:23;Ephesians 4:13;Hebrews 11:11