Strong’s G2663

κατάπαυσις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

katapausis

Pronunciation

kah-tah'-pow-sis

Definition

Rest

Meaning

(in the Old Testament of the rest attained by the settlement in Canaan), resting, rest, dwelling, habitation.

Usage

The term "katapausis" primarily denotes a state of rest or cessation from labor. In the New Testament, it is often used to describe the spiritual rest that believers enter into through faith in Christ. This rest is both a present reality and a future promise, reflecting the peace and fulfillment found in God's presence.

Bible references

Acts 7:49;Hebrews 3:11;Hebrews 3:18;Hebrews 4:1;Hebrews 4:3;Hebrews 4:3;Hebrews 4:5;Hebrews 4:10;Hebrews 4:11