ΧΡΗΣΜΟΣ, χρησμος
CHRĒSMOS, chrēsmos
Sounds Like: KHRAY-smohs
Translations: oracle, a divine response, a prophecy, a divine utterance
From the root: ΧΡΗΣΜΟΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to an oracle, a divine response, or a prophecy, often given through a priest or prophet. It signifies a divine utterance or a message from a deity, typically in response to an inquiry. It is used to describe a communication believed to come directly from a god.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Strong’s number: G5538 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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