Strong’s G5590

ψυχή

Part of speech

Noun, Feminine

Transliteration

psuché

Pronunciation

psoo-khay'

Definition

Soul, life, self, inner being

Meaning

(a) the vital breath, breath of life, (b) the human soul, (c) the soul as the seat of affections and will, (d) the self, (e) a human person, an individual.

Usage

In the New Testament, "psuché" is used to denote the immaterial and eternal aspect of a person, often translated as "soul" or "life." It refers to the essence of a person that encompasses emotions, desires, and the will. It is distinct from the physical body and is often associated with the eternal aspect of human existence. "Psuché" can also refer to the life force that animates the body, as well as the seat of feelings, desires, and affections.

Bible references

Matthew 2:20;Matthew 6:25;Matthew 6:25;Matthew 10:28;Matthew 10:28;Matthew 10:39;Matthew 10:39;Matthew 11:29;Matthew 12:18;Matthew 16:25;Matthew 16:25;Matthew 16:26;Matthew 16:26;Matthew 20:28;Matthew 22:37;Matthew 26:38;Mark 3:4;Mark 8:35;Mark 8:35;Mark 8:36;Mark 8:37;Mark 10:45;Mark 12:30;Mark 14:34;Luke 1:46