Refiner Word Study hierosyne (G2420)
G2420  ·  Greek  ·  Strong's Concordance
ἱερωσύνη
hierosyne
4 occurrences in Scripture Greek

"a priesthood, sacerdotal office, Heb. 7:11, 12, 24*"

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Definition and meaning

What does hierosyne mean in Greek?

4
Occurrences in Scripture
G2420
Strong's number
Greek
Original language

a priesthood, sacerdotal office, Heb. 7:11, 12, 24*

In the original Greek the word is written: ἱερωσύνη

Scripture references

Top 4 Bible verses with hierosyne

These are the most notable occurrences of hierosyne (G2420) across the King James Bible.

Hebrews 7:11

If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood,(for under it the people received the law,) what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?

Hebrews 7:12

For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.

Hebrews 7:14

For it is evident that our Lord sprang out of Juda; of which tribe Moses spake nothing concerning priesthood.

Hebrews 7:24

But this man, because he continueth ever, hath an unchangeable priesthood.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions about hierosyne

What does hierosyne mean in Greek?

Strong's G2420 (hierosyne) is a Greek word that means: a priesthood, sacerdotal office, Heb. 7:11, 12, 24* It appears 4 times in the King James Bible.

How many times does hierosyne appear in the Bible?

The word hierosyne (G2420) appears 4 times in the original Greek text.

What is Strong's number G2420?

Strong's G2420 is hierosyne, a Greek word defined as: a priesthood, sacerdotal office, Heb. 7:11, 12, 24*. James Strong catalogued this in his 1890 concordance to help English readers study the original languages of the Bible.

Is hierosyne in the Old Testament or New Testament?

hierosyne is a Greek word found in the New Testament.