Strong’s G3639

ὄλεθρος

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

olethros

Pronunciation

o'-leth-ros

Definition

Destruction, ruin

Meaning

ruin, doom, destruction, death.

Usage

In the New Testament, "olethros" is used to denote a form of destruction or ruin that is often associated with divine judgment or punishment. It implies not just physical destruction but also a spiritual or eternal consequence. The term is used to describe the ultimate fate of those who oppose God or reject His salvation.

Bible references

1 Corinthians 5:5;1 Thessalonians 5:3;2 Thessalonians 1:9;1 Timothy 6:9