Strong’s G4415

πρωτοτόκια

Part of speech

Noun, Neuter

Transliteration

prótotokia

Pronunciation

pro-to-to-kee'-ah

Definition

Birthright

Meaning

the birthright, the rights of the first-born.

Usage

The term "prótotokia" refers to the rights and privileges of the firstborn son in a family. In biblical times, the firstborn son held a special status, often receiving a double portion of the inheritance and assuming leadership of the family upon the father's death. This concept is deeply rooted in the cultural and legal practices of ancient Near Eastern societies.

Bible references

Hebrews 12:16