Strong’s G5483

χαρίζομαι

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

charizomai

Pronunciation

khar-ID-zom-ahee

Definition

To grant, to give freely, to forgive, to show favor

Meaning

(a) I show favor to, (b) I pardon, forgive, (c) I show kindness.

Usage

The Greek verb "charizomai" primarily conveys the act of giving freely or graciously, often without expectation of return. It is used in the New Testament to describe acts of forgiveness, the granting of favor, or the bestowal of gifts. The term emphasizes the gracious and unmerited nature of the action, reflecting the character of divine grace.

Bible references

Luke 7:21;Luke 7:42;Luke 7:43;Acts 3:14;Acts 25:11;Acts 25:16;Acts 27:24;Romans 8:32;1 Corinthians 2:12;2 Corinthians 2:7;2 Corinthians 2:10;2 Corinthians 2:10;2 Corinthians 2:10;2 Corinthians 12:13;Galatians 3:18;Ephesians 4:32;Ephesians 4:32;Philippians 1:29;Philippians 2:9;Colossians 2:13;Colossians 3:13;Colossians 3:13;Philemon 1:22