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G1035 · Greek · New Testament
βρῶσις
Brōsis
Noun, feminine
Eating, food, the act of eating

Definition

Brōsis (βρῶσις) denotes either the act of eating or the food itself — often with more abstract or metaphorical weight than the concrete brōma. Its most significant theological use is in John 4:32 and 6:27, where Jesus speaks of "food" (brōsis) that the world cannot give and does not know about — referring to doing God's will and the heavenly bread of His body.

Theological Significance

"Do not labor for the food (brōsis) that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give to you" (John 6:27) — this saying reorients all human striving. Physical sustenance is temporary; spiritual nourishment through Christ is eternal. Colossians 2:16 warns against being judged over food and drink — the reality belongs to Christ, not to regulations.

Key Scripture Passages

John 4:32
But he said to them, "I have food to eat that you do not know about."
John 6:27
"Do not labor for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life."
Romans 14:17
For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking but of righteousness and peace and joy in the Holy Spirit.
2 Corinthians 9:10
He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will supply and multiply your seed for sowing.
Colossians 2:16
Therefore let no one pass judgment on you in questions of food and drink.

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