ΧΡΗΣΤΗΡΙΑ, χρηστηρια
CHRĒSTĒRIA, chrēstēria
Sounds Like: khrees-TAY-ree-ah
Translations: oracle, an oracle, oracle-place, a place of oracle, divine response, a divine response
From the root: ΧΡΗΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to an oracle, which can be either a divine response or the place where such a response is given. It is often used in the context of ancient Greek religious practices where people would consult deities for guidance or prophecies. It is a plural noun, meaning 'oracles' or 'oracle-places'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Strong’s number: G5537 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Clement of Alexandria
- Exhortation to the Greeks (Protrepticus) — 2:2
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