Strong’s G3940
παροικία
Part of speech
Noun, Feminine
Transliteration
paroikia
Pronunciation
pah-roy-KEE-ah
Definition
Sojourning, temporary residence, foreign residence
Meaning
a sojourning, a dwelling in a strange land.
Usage
The term "paroikia" refers to a temporary dwelling or sojourning in a place that is not one's permanent home. It conveys the idea of living as a foreigner or alien in a land that is not one's own. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe the Christian's life on earth as a temporary sojourn, emphasizing the transient nature of earthly life compared to the eternal home in heaven.
Bible references
Acts 13:17;1 Peter 1:17