Strong’s G5287

ὑπόστασις

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

hupostasis

Pronunciation

hoo-pos'-tas-is

Definition

Substance, assurance, confidence, essence, reality

Meaning

(lit: an underlying), (a) confidence, assurance, (b) a giving substance (or reality) to, or a guaranteeing, (c) substance, reality.

Usage

In the New Testament, "hupostasis" is used to convey the idea of a foundational reality or essence. It can refer to the underlying substance or actual being of something, as opposed to mere appearance. In a more abstract sense, it is used to denote confidence or assurance, particularly in the context of faith.

Bible references

2 Corinthians 9:4;2 Corinthians 11:17;Hebrews 1:3;Hebrews 3:14;Hebrews 11:1