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ἐπάγγελμα G1862
G1862 is the Greek word ἐπάγγελμα, transliterated epángelma. The King James Version most often renders it promises.
What it means
a self-committal (by assurance of conferring some good).
Where it comes from
from G1861 (ἐπαγγέλλω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: promise.
Verses using ἐπάγγελμα
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
2 Peter 1:4 · KJV
Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
2 Peter 3:13 · KJV
Nevertheless we, according to his promise, look for new heavens and a new earth, wherein dwelleth righteousness.
Common questions
What does Strong's G1862 mean?
G1862 is the Greek word ἐπάγγελμα (epángelma), meaning a self-committal (by assurance of conferring some good).
How is G1862 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it promises (1 time), promise (1 time).
How many times does G1862 appear in the Bible?
ἐπάγγελμα (epángelma) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1862 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1861 (ἐπαγγέλλω).
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