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G4992 · Greek · New Testament
σωτήριον
Sōtērion
Noun, neuter / Adjective
Salvation, means of deliverance

Definition

Sōtērion (G4992) is the neuter form of the adjective sōtērios (bringing salvation) used as a noun: 'the salvation' or 'the saving thing.' It emphasizes salvation as a concrete, objective reality — the accomplished deliverance wrought by God.

Usage & Theological Significance

Simeon's famous prayer uses this word: 'My eyes have seen your salvation (sōtērion)' (Luke 2:30) — he holds the incarnate Savior and declares the long-awaited deliverance has arrived. Paul quotes Isaiah 52:10 in Acts 28:28: 'God's salvation (sōtērion) has been sent to the Gentiles.' The word emphasizes not merely the concept but the concrete event and person of salvation: Jesus Himself is the sōtērion.

Key Bible Verses

Luke 2:30 For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations.
Acts 28:28 Therefore I want you to know that God's salvation has been sent to the Gentiles, and they will listen!
Psalm 98:3 (LXX) All the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God.
Ephesians 6:17 Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
Isaiah 52:10 The LORD will lay bare his holy arm in the sight of all the nations, and all the ends of the earth will see the salvation of our God.

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