Strong’s G2246

ἥλιος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

hélios

Pronunciation

HAY-lee-os

Definition

Sun

Meaning

the sun, sunlight.

Usage

The term "hélios" refers to the sun, the celestial body that is the source of light and heat for the earth. In the New Testament, it is used both literally and metaphorically. Literally, it describes the physical sun in the sky, while metaphorically, it can symbolize God's glory, righteousness, and the light of Christ.

Bible references

Matthew 5:45;Matthew 13:6;Matthew 13:43;Matthew 17:2;Matthew 24:29;Mark 1:32;Mark 4:6;Mark 13:24;Mark 16:2;Luke 4:40;Luke 21:25;Luke 23:45;Acts 2:20;Acts 13:11;Acts 26:13;Acts 27:20;1 Corinthians 15:41;Ephesians 4:26;James 1:11;Revelation 1:16;Revelation 6:12;Revelation 7:2;Revelation 7:16;Revelation 8:12;Revelation 9:2