ἐπιφάνεια
Appearing
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What does ἐπιφάνεια (epipháneia) mean in the Bible?
ἐπιφάνεια (epipháneia) is a Greek word meaning "appearing". ἐπιφάνεια, -ας, ἡ (ἐπιφανής), [in LXX: 2Ki. Paul emphasizes the historical manifestation of Christ through which salvation and life are revealed. This term runs through the canonical themes of Messiah, Redemption, Revelation.
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Meaning
A visible, glorious manifestation or appearing, especially of Christ's divine presence and power at the end of time.
(ἐπιφανής), [in LXX: 2Ki.7:23 (יָרֵא), Est.5:1, Amo.5:22, 2Ma.2:21 2Mac 3:24 2Mac 5:4 2Mac 12:22 2Mac 14:16 2Mac 15:27, 3Ma.2:9 3Mac 5:8 3Mac 5:51,* ;] (in late Gk. and Inscr., frequently of deities, see MM, Exp., xiv) a manifestation, appearance: 2Th.2:8, 1Ti.6:14, 2Ti.1:10 4:1 4:8, Tit.2:13 (cf. M, Th., 148 f.).
Why This Word Matters
Paul emphasizes the historical manifestation of Christ through which salvation and life are revealed. 1 Timothy 6:11-16
Believers live in anticipation of Christ’s return, which motivates faithful endurance. 2 Timothy 1:8-12
Eschatological hope motivates present obedience. 2 Timothy 4:6-8
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