Strong’s G5206
υἱοθεσία
Part of speech
Noun, Feminine
Transliteration
huiothesia
Pronunciation
hwee-oth-es-ee'-ah
Definition
Adoption as sons
Meaning
adoption, as a son into the divine family.
Usage
The term "huiothesia" refers to the act of placing someone as a son, specifically in the context of adoption. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the spiritual adoption of believers into the family of God, signifying a change in status from being outside of God's family to becoming His children with full rights and privileges.
Bible references
Romans 8:15;Romans 8:23;Romans 9:4;Galatians 4:5;Ephesians 1:5