ἁμαρτία
hamartia
sin
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Greek word ἁμαρτία (hamartia) is a fundamental concept in the New Testament, appearing 174 times in the Bible. Its short definition is "sin," indicating a deviation from a standard or norm. This word encompasses a range of human actions and behaviors that fall short of expectations, including moral transgressions, mistakes, and failures. In its usage, hamartia often refers to specific actions or events, such as the sin of Adam and Eve (Romans 5:12) or the sin of the Pharisees (Matthew 9:11). However, it can also describe the underlying condition or state of being that leads to these actions, such as the "sinful nature" (Romans 7:14) or the "sin that dwells within" (Romans 7:20). This suggests that hamartia is not just a one-time event, but a recurring pattern of behavior that can be deeply ingrained in an individual. The significance of hamartia lies in its connection to the human condition and the concept of redemption. The word highlights the universal struggle with sin and the need for forgiveness and restoration. As a fundamental aspect of the human experience, hamartia serves as a reminder of our limitations and vulnerabilities, and the importance of seeking guidance and support in navigating the complexities of life.
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Occurrences in Scripture
174 total occurrences across the text — showing 50
For which is easier, to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven;’ or to say, ‘Get up, and walk?’
Matthew 9:6But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins-” (then he said to the paralytic), “Get up, and take up your mat, and go to your house.”
Matthew 3:6They were baptized by him in the Jordan, confessing their sins.
Matthew 12:31Therefore I tell you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven men.
Matthew 26:28for this is my blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for many for the remission of sins.
Mark 1:4John came baptizing in the wilderness and preaching the baptism of repentance for forgiveness of sins.
Mark 1:5All the country of Judea and all those of Jerusalem went out to him. They were baptized by him in the Jordan river, confessing their sins.
Mark 2:5Jesus, seeing their faith, said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.”
Mark 2:7“Why does this man speak blasphemies like that? Who can forgive sins but God alone?”
Mark 2:9Which is easier, to tell the paralytic, ‘Your sins are forgiven;’ or to say, ‘Arise, and take up your bed, and walk?’
Mark 2:10But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins”—he said to the paralytic—
Luke 1:77to give knowledge of salvation to his people by the remission of their sins,
Luke 3:3He came into all the region around the Jordan, preaching the baptism of repentance for remission of sins.
Luke 5:20Seeing their faith, he said to him, “Man, your sins are forgiven you.”
Luke 5:21The scribes and the Pharisees began to reason, saying, “Who is this that speaks blasphemies? Who can forgive sins, but God alone?”
Luke 5:23Which is easier to say, ‘Your sins are forgiven you;’ or to say, ‘Arise and walk?’
Luke 5:24But that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins” (he said to the paralyzed man), “I tell you, arise, take up your cot, and go to your house.”
Luke 7:47Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much. But one to whom little is forgiven, loves little.”
Luke 7:48He said to her, “Your sins are forgiven.”
Luke 7:49Those who sat at the table with him began to say to themselves, “Who is this who even forgives sins?”
Luke 11:4Forgive us our sins, for we ourselves also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. Bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.’ ”
Luke 24:47and that repentance and remission of sins should be preached in his name to all the nations, beginning at Jerusalem.
John 1:29The next day, he saw Jesus coming to him, and said, “Behold, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!
John 8:21Jesus said therefore again to them, “I am going away, and you will seek me, and you will die in your sins. Where I go, you can’t come.”
John 8:24I said therefore to you that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that I am he, you will die in your sins.”
John 8:24I said therefore to you that you will die in your sins; for unless you believe that I am he, you will die in your sins.”
John 8:34Jesus answered them, “Most certainly I tell you, everyone who commits sin is the bondservant of sin.
John 8:34Jesus answered them, “Most certainly I tell you, everyone who commits sin is the bondservant of sin.
John 8:46Which of you convicts me of sin? If I tell the truth, why do you not believe me?
John 9:34They answered him, “You were altogether born in sins, and do you teach us?” Then they threw him out.
John 9:41Jesus said to them, “If you were blind, you would have no sin; but now you say, ‘We see.’ Therefore your sin remains.
John 9:41Jesus said to them, “If you were blind, you would have no sin; but now you say, ‘We see.’ Therefore your sin remains.
John 15:22If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not have had sin; but now they have no excuse for their sin.
John 15:22If I had not come and spoken to them, they would not have had sin; but now they have no excuse for their sin.
John 15:24If I hadn’t done among them the works which no one else did, they wouldn’t have had sin. But now they have seen and also hated both me and my Father.
John 16:8When he has come, he will convict the world about sin, about righteousness, and about judgment;
John 16:9about sin, because they don’t believe in me;
John 19:11Jesus answered, “You would have no power at all against me, unless it were given to you from above. Therefore he who delivered me to you has greater sin.”
John 20:23If you forgive anyone’s sins, they have been forgiven them. If you retain anyone’s sins, they have been retained.”
Acts 2:38Peter said to them, “Repent, and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.
Acts 3:19“Repent therefore, and turn again, that your sins may be blotted out, so that there may come times of refreshing from the presence of the Lord,
Acts 5:31God exalted him with his right hand to be a Prince and a Savior, to give repentance to Israel, and remission of sins.
Acts 7:60He kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, “Lord, don’t hold this sin against them!” When he had said this, he fell asleep.
Acts 10:43All the prophets testify about him, that through his name everyone who believes in him will receive remission of sins.”
Acts 13:38Be it known to you therefore, brothers, that through this man is proclaimed to you remission of sins,
Romans 6:11Thus consider yourselves also to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Acts 22:16Now why do you wait? Arise, be baptized, and wash away your sins, calling on the name of the Lord.’
Acts 26:18to open their eyes, that they may turn from darkness to light and from the power of Satan to God, that they may receive remission of sins and an inheritance among those who are sanctified by faith in me.’
Romans 3:9What then? Are we better than they? No, in no way. For we previously warned both Jews and Greeks that they are all under sin.
Romans 3:20Because by the works of the law, no flesh will be justified in his sight; for through the law comes the knowledge of sin.