Bible Dictionary

Inheritance

a possession, blessing, promise, or portion received from another

Quick Reference

Total Entries

116

Entry Position

62 of 116

Letter

I

Meaning

a possession, blessing, promise, or portion received from another

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 15:7
  • Psalm 16:5
  • Ephesians 1:11
  • Colossians 1:12

Also Called

heritage

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Basic Meaning

Inheritance refers to a possession, blessing, promise, or portion received from another.

The word is associated with ownership, succession, and receiving a promised portion.


Biblical Usage

Inheritance appears throughout Scripture in connection with land, promises, blessings, and God’s people.

References to inheritance occur in both historical and teaching passages.


  • Promise
  • Covenant
  • Kingdom

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 15:7
  • Psalm 16:5
  • Ephesians 1:11
  • Colossians 1:12

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