Strong’s G3134

μαράνα θά

Part of speech

Aramaic Transliterated Word (Indeclinable)

Transliteration

marana tha

Pronunciation

mah-rah-nah thah

Definition

"Our Lord, come!" or "O Lord, come!"

Meaning

(Aramaic), either: Our Lord hath come, or: Our Lord cometh (will come, is at hand).

Usage

The phrase "marana tha" is an Aramaic expression used by early Christians as a prayer or exclamation expressing a longing for the return of the Lord Jesus Christ. It is a plea for the second coming of Christ and reflects the early church's anticipation and hope for His return.

Bible references

1 Corinthians 16:22;1 Corinthians 16:22