Strong’s G3954

παρρησία

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

parrésia

Pronunciation

par-ray-SEE-ah

Definition

Boldness, confidence, openness, plainness

Meaning

freedom, openness, especially in speech; boldness, confidence.

Usage

In the New Testament, "parrésia" refers to the quality of boldness and confidence, particularly in speech. It denotes a freedom to speak openly and without fear, often in the context of proclaiming the gospel or speaking truthfully about one's faith. This term is used to describe the courage and assurance that believers have in Christ, enabling them to speak the truth of the gospel with clarity and conviction.

Bible references

Mark 8:32;John 7:4;John 7:13;John 7:26;John 10:24;John 11:14;John 11:54;John 16:25;John 16:29;John 18:20;Acts 2:29;Acts 4:13;Acts 4:29;Acts 4:31;Acts 28:31;2 Corinthians 3:12;2 Corinthians 7:4;Ephesians 3:12;Ephesians 6:19;Philippians 1:20;Colossians 2:15;1 Timothy 3:13;Philemon 1:8;Hebrews 3:6;Hebrews 4:16