ΔΙΑΚΑΤΑΣΧΕΣΙΝ, διακατασχεσιν
DIAKATASCHESIN, diakataschesin
Sounds Like: dee-ah-kah-TAH-skheh-sin
Translations: possession, a possession, holding fast, retention
From the root: ΔΙΑΚΑΤΑΣΧΕΣΙΣ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the act of holding fast, retaining, or taking possession of something. It is a compound word formed from διά (dia, 'through, thoroughly') and κατάσχεσις (kataschesis, 'possession, holding'). It describes a firm and complete grasp or ownership.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G1228 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Justin Martyr
- Dialogue with Trypho the Jew — 139:4
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