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Name of God’s Son

ἘΧΡΙΣΕ, ἐχρισε

ECHRISE, echrise

Sounds Like: EKH-ree-seh

Translations: anointed, he anointed, she anointed, it anointed

From the root: ΧΡΙΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Explanation: This word means 'to anoint' or 'to consecrate by anointing'. It refers to the act of applying oil or ointment to someone or something, often as a ritualistic or symbolic gesture, such as for kings, priests, or prophets. In the provided examples, it is used to describe the anointing of individuals for leadership or special roles.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Strong’s number: G5548 (Lookup on BibleHub)


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Justin Martyr

From the same root

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