Strong’s G2818

κληρονόμος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

kléronomos

Pronunciation

klay-ron-OM-os

Definition

Heir

Meaning

an heir, an inheritor.

Usage

The term "kléronomos" refers to an heir, someone who receives an inheritance. In the New Testament, it is used both in a literal sense, referring to someone who inherits property or wealth, and in a spiritual sense, referring to believers who are heirs of God's promises and eternal life through Christ.

Bible references

Matthew 21:38;Mark 12:7;Luke 20:14;Romans 4:13;Romans 4:14;Romans 8:17;Romans 8:17;Galatians 3:29;Galatians 4:1;Galatians 4:7;Titus 3:7;Hebrews 1:2;Hebrews 6:17;Hebrews 11:7;James 2:5