Strong’s G3986

πειρασμός

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

peirasmos

Pronunciation

pi-ras-MOS

Definition

Temptation, trial, testing

Meaning

(a) trial, probation, testing, being tried, (b) temptation, (c) calamity, affliction.

Usage

In the New Testament, "peirasmos" primarily refers to a situation or process that tests a person's character, faith, or endurance. It can denote both external trials and internal temptations. The term is used to describe circumstances that challenge believers, either through persecution, hardship, or enticement to sin. The context often determines whether the emphasis is on testing or temptation.

Bible references

Matthew 6:13;Matthew 26:41;Mark 14:38;Luke 4:13;Luke 8:13;Luke 11:4;Luke 22:28;Luke 22:40;Luke 22:46;Acts 20:19;1 Corinthians 10:13;1 Corinthians 10:13;Galatians 4:14;1 Timothy 6:9;Hebrews 3:8;James 1:2;James 1:12;1 Peter 1:6;1 Peter 4:12;2 Peter 2:9;Revelation 3:10