Strong’s G2307

θέλημα

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

theléma

Pronunciation

theh'-lay-mah

Definition

Will, desire, purpose

Meaning

an act of will, will; plur: wishes, desires.

Usage

In the New Testament, theléma primarily refers to the will or desire of God, encompassing His sovereign plans and purposes. It can also denote human will or desire, though it is most often used in the context of divine will. The term emphasizes the intentional and purposeful nature of God's actions and commands.

Bible references

Matthew 6:10;Matthew 7:21;Matthew 12:50;Matthew 18:14;Matthew 21:31;Matthew 26:42;Mark 3:35;Luke 11:2;Luke 12:47;Luke 12:47;Luke 22:42;Luke 23:25;John 1:13;John 1:13;John 4:34;John 5:30;John 5:30;John 6:38;John 6:38;John 6:39;John 6:40;John 7:17;John 9:31;Acts 13:22;Acts 21:14