Strong’s G5463

χαίρω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

chairó

Pronunciation

khah'-ee-ro

Definition

Rejoice, be glad, be joyful

Meaning

I rejoice, am glad; also a salutation: Hail.

Usage

The Greek verb "chairó" primarily means to rejoice or be glad. It conveys a sense of inner joy and delight, often in response to God's grace and goodness. In the New Testament, it is frequently used to express the joy that believers experience through their relationship with Christ and the hope of salvation.

Bible references

Matthew 2:10;Matthew 5:12;Matthew 18:13;Matthew 26:49;Matthew 27:29;Matthew 28:9;Mark 14:11;Mark 15:18;Luke 1:14;Luke 1:28;Luke 6:23;Luke 10:20;Luke 10:20;Luke 13:17;Luke 15:5;Luke 15:32;Luke 19:6;Luke 19:37;Luke 22:5;Luke 23:8;John 3:29;John 4:36;John 8:56;John 11:15;John 14:28