σφραγίς
sphragis (G4973)
seal
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The Greek word σφραγίς (sphragis) translates to "seal." As a noun, it represents a physical mark or impression that authenticates or confirms something. In the context of the Bible, σφραγίς is used 16 times, indicating its significance in conveying meaning and identity. The semantic domain of Covenant & Promise suggests that σφραγίς is often associated with assurances, guarantees, or tokens of commitment. This connection is likely due to the use of seals in ancient times to authenticate documents, contracts, and other important agreements. By applying a seal, parties involved could be certain that the contents were genuine and binding. In the biblical context, σφραγίς may represent a tangible symbol of a promise or covenant, serving as a reminder of the commitment made between God and His people. Its presence underscores the importance of faithfulness and loyalty, highlighting the enduring nature of these agreements.
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He received the sign of circumcision, a seal of the righteousness of the faith which he had while he was in uncircumcision, that he might be the father of all those who believe, though they might be in uncircumcision, that righteousness might also be accounted to them.
If to others I am not an apostle, yet at least I am to you; for you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord.
However God’s firm foundation stands, having this seal, “The Lord knows those who are his,” and, “Let every one who names the name of the Lord depart from unrighteousness.”
I saw, in the right hand of him who sat on the throne, a book written inside and outside, sealed shut with seven seals.
I saw a mighty angel proclaiming with a loud voice, “Who is worthy to open the book, and to break its seals?”
One of the elders said to me, “Don’t weep. Behold, the Lion who is of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has overcome: he who opens the book and its seven seals.”
They sang a new song, saying, “You are worthy to take the book and to open its seals: for you were killed, and bought us for God with your blood out of every tribe, language, people, and nation,
I saw that the Lamb opened one of the seven seals, and I heard one of the four living creatures saying, as with a voice of thunder, “Come and see!”
When he opened the second seal, I heard the second living creature saying, “Come!”
When he opened the third seal, I heard the third living creature saying, “Come and see!” And behold, a black horse, and he who sat on it had a balance in his hand.
When he opened the fourth seal, I heard the fourth living creature saying, “Come and see!”
When he opened the fifth seal, I saw underneath the altar the souls of those who had been killed for the Word of God, and for the testimony of the Lamb which they had.
I saw when he opened the sixth seal, and there was a great earthquake. The sun became black as sackcloth made of hair, and the whole moon became as blood.
I saw another angel ascend from the sunrise, having the seal of the living God. He cried with a loud voice to the four angels to whom it was given to harm the earth and the sea,
When he opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour.
They were told that they should not hurt the grass of the earth, neither any green thing, neither any tree, but only those people who don’t have God’s seal on their foreheads.