Strong’s G2842

κοινωνία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

koinónia

Pronunciation

koy-nohn-EE-ah

Definition

Fellowship, communion, participation, sharing

Meaning

(lit: partnership) (a) contributory help, participation, (b) sharing in, communion, (c) spiritual fellowship, a fellowship in the spirit.

Usage

Koinónia refers to the deep, intimate fellowship and communal participation among believers, as well as their shared relationship with God through Jesus Christ. It encompasses the idea of sharing in spiritual blessings, mutual support, and active partnership in the faith. This term is often used to describe the unity and community life of the early church, emphasizing the believers' common bond in Christ.

Bible references

Acts 2:42;Romans 15:26;1 Corinthians 1:9;1 Corinthians 10:16;1 Corinthians 10:16;2 Corinthians 6:14;2 Corinthians 8:4;2 Corinthians 9:13;2 Corinthians 13:14;Galatians 2:9;Philippians 1:5;Philippians 2:1;Philippians 3:10;Philemon 1:6;Hebrews 13:16;1 John 1:3;1 John 1:3;1 John 1:6;1 John 1:7