Strong’s G3311

μερισμός

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

merismos

Pronunciation

mer-is-MOS

Definition

Division, distribution, apportionment

Meaning

(a) a distributing, a distribution, (b) a parting, dividing, severance, separation.

Usage

The term "merismos" refers to the act of dividing or distributing something into parts. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the division or distribution of spiritual gifts, as well as the discernment and separation of thoughts and intentions.

Bible references

Hebrews 2:4;Hebrews 4:12