Bible Dictionary

Gehenna

The Greek word translated as hell in several sayings of Jesus.

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Total Entries

368

Entry Position

151 of 368

Letter

G

Meaning

The Greek word translated as hell in several sayings of Jesus.

Key Scriptures

  • Matthew 5:22
  • Matthew 5:29-30
  • Matthew 10:28
  • Matthew 18:9
  • Matthew 23:15
  • Mark 9:43-47
  • Luke 12:5
  • James 3:6

Original Language

Greek

γέεννα

geenna

Gehenna

Meaning

Gehenna is the Greek word translated as hell in several sayings of Jesus.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, Gehenna is the Greek word translated as hell in many New Testament passages, particularly in the teachings of Jesus.


Key References

  • Matthew 5:22
  • Matthew 5:29-30
  • Matthew 10:28
  • Matthew 18:9
  • Matthew 23:15
  • Mark 9:43-47
  • Luke 12:5
  • James 3:6

  • Hell
  • Judgment
  • Fire
  • Hades
  • Lake of Fire

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Scriptures

  • Matthew 5:22
  • Matthew 5:29-30
  • Matthew 10:28
  • Matthew 18:9
  • Matthew 23:15
  • Mark 9:43-47
  • Luke 12:5
  • James 3:6

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