τέλος
telosNoun (Neuter)G5056
goal/tax
From: from a primary (to set out for a definite point or goal);
Short Definition
properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), result (immediate, ultimate or prophetic), purpose); specially, an impost or levy (as paid)
Full Lexicon Entry
1.end
2.toll, custom, revenue
LXX Usage: for קֵץ, etc.; εἰς τὸ τ., chiefly for נֶצַח and cognate forms
Grammar
Part of Speech Noun (Neuter)
Morphology G:N-N
DescriptionGreek Noun, Neuter
Occurrences
41 timesAppears 41 times in the New Testament. Top books include:
Matthew
6
Hebrews
5
1 Peter
4
Luke
4
Revelation
4
Key Passages
- 1 Corinthians 1:8
- 1 Timothy 1:5
- Hebrews 7:3
- Matthew 17:25
- Philippians 3:19
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