Strong’s G2962

κύριος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

kurios

Pronunciation

koo'-ree-os

Definition

Lord, master, owner

Meaning

lord, master, sir; the Lord.

Usage

In the New Testament, "kurios" is used to denote someone who possesses authority, control, or power. It is often translated as "Lord" and is used to refer to God, Jesus Christ, and sometimes human masters. The term signifies respect, reverence, and acknowledgment of authority. In the context of Jesus, it underscores His divine nature and authority as the Son of God.

Bible references

Matthew 1:20;Matthew 1:22;Matthew 1:24;Matthew 2:13;Matthew 2:15;Matthew 2:19;Matthew 3:3;Matthew 4:7;Matthew 4:10;Matthew 5:33;Matthew 6:24;Matthew 7:21;Matthew 7:21;Matthew 7:22;Matthew 7:22;Matthew 8:2;Matthew 8:6;Matthew 8:8;Matthew 8:21;Matthew 8:25;Matthew 9:28;Matthew 9:38;Matthew 10:24;Matthew 10:25;Matthew 11:25