Strong’s G4990

σωτήρ

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

sótér

Pronunciation

so-tayr'

Definition

Savior, Deliverer

Meaning

a savior, deliverer, preserver.

Usage

The term "sótér" is used in the New Testament to refer to one who saves or delivers. It is most commonly applied to Jesus Christ, emphasizing His role as the Savior of humanity. The word conveys the idea of rescue from danger or destruction, particularly in a spiritual sense, signifying salvation from sin and its consequences.

Bible references

Luke 1:47;Luke 2:11;John 4:42;Acts 5:31;Acts 13:23;Ephesians 5:23;Philippians 3:20;1 Timothy 1:1;1 Timothy 2:3;1 Timothy 4:10;2 Timothy 1:10;Titus 1:3;Titus 1:4;Titus 2:10;Titus 2:13;Titus 3:4;Titus 3:6;2 Peter 1:1;2 Peter 1:11;2 Peter 2:20;2 Peter 3:2;2 Peter 3:18;1 John 4:14;Jude 1:25