Strong’s G2356

θρησκεία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

thréskeia

Pronunciation

thrace-KI-ah

Definition

Religion, Worship

Meaning

(underlying sense: reverence or worship of the gods), worship as expressed in ritual acts, religion.

Usage

In the New Testament, "thréskeia" refers to the outward expression of religious devotion, including rituals, ceremonies, and acts of worship. It emphasizes the external aspects of religious practice rather than the internal faith or belief system. The term can carry both positive and negative connotations, depending on the context, highlighting either genuine devotion or mere ritualism.

Bible references

Acts 26:5;Colossians 2:18;James 1:26;James 1:27