Strong’s G5046

τέλειος

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

teleios

Pronunciation

TEH-lei-os

Definition

Perfect, complete, mature, full-grown

Meaning

perfect, (a) complete in all its parts, (b) full grown, of full age, (c) specially of the completeness of Christian character.

Usage

In the New Testament, "teleios" is used to describe something that has reached its end or purpose, signifying completeness or maturity. It often refers to spiritual maturity or moral perfection, indicating a state of being fully developed in character and faith.

Bible references

Matthew 5:48;Matthew 5:48;Matthew 19:21;Romans 12:2;1 Corinthians 2:6;1 Corinthians 13:10;1 Corinthians 14:20;Ephesians 4:13;Philippians 3:15;Colossians 1:28;Colossians 4:12;Hebrews 5:14;Hebrews 9:11;James 1:4;James 1:4;James 1:17;James 1:25;James 3:2;1 John 4:18