Strong’s G4451

πύρωσις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

purósis

Pronunciation

poo'-ro-sis

Definition

Burning, fiery trial, testing by fire

Meaning

a burning, trial, fiery test.

Usage

The term "purósis" refers to the process of burning or the state of being burned. In a metaphorical sense, it is used in the New Testament to describe severe trials or tests of faith that believers undergo, akin to the refining process of metals by fire. This imagery conveys the idea of purification and strengthening through adversity.

Bible references

1 Peter 4:12;Revelation 18:9;Revelation 18:18