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G4012 · Greek · New Testament
περί
Peri
Preposition
About, concerning, around

Definition

Peri (G4012) is a preposition meaning about, concerning, or around. It appears over 330 times in the NT and governs a wide range of meanings: proximity (around), reference (concerning), or representation (on behalf of in some constructions).

Usage & Theological Significance

The 'sin offering' language in Hebrews often uses peri hamartias (concerning sin / for sin) — the same phrase used in the Septuagint for the Hebrew asham (guilt/trespass offering). Hebrews 10:6 quotes Psalm 40:6 to show that Christ's body was the final peri hamartias. Every preposition in the Greek New Testament carries covenantal weight when placed in service of the atonement.

Key Bible Verses

Hebrews 10:6 With burnt offerings and sin offerings you were not pleased.
1 John 2:2 He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.
Romans 8:3 God, by sending his own Son in the likeness of sinful flesh to be a sin offering, condemned sin in the flesh.
John 16:8 When he comes, he will prove the world to be in the wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment.
Matthew 6:28 Why do you worry about clothes?

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