Strong’s G2762

κεραία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

keraia

Pronunciation

ke-rah-ee'-ah

Definition

Tittle, small stroke

Meaning

a little hook, an apostrophe on letters of the alphabet, distinguishing them from other little letters, or a separation stroke between letters.

Usage

The term "keraia" refers to the smallest stroke or mark in Hebrew writing, akin to a serif or a small distinguishing mark. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to emphasize the precision and completeness of the Law, indicating that not even the smallest part will disappear until all is fulfilled.

Bible references

Matthew 5:18;Luke 16:17