ΑΦΕΣΗ, αφεση
APHESĒ, aphesē
Sounds Like: AH-feh-see
Translations: release, a release, forgiveness, a forgiveness, pardon, a pardon, liberty, a liberty
From the root: ΑΦΕΣΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the act of sending away, releasing, or letting go. It is commonly used in the context of forgiveness, pardon, or the remission of sins, debts, or penalties. It can also refer to physical liberation or freedom.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G859 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Swete's Recension of the Greek Septuagint
- 1 Chronicles — 24:15
From the same root
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