blazing fireπῦρ
pyr · Greek Noun
A representation of the manifested holiness, judgment, and majesty of God, often associated with His presence on Mount Sinai.
gloomζόφος
zophos · Greek Noun
A sign of the awe-inspiring, terrifying, and unapproachable nature of God's holiness when He revealed His law at Mount Sinai.
tempestθύελλα
thyella · Greek Noun
A powerful, violent wind or storm, signifying the irresistible and overwhelming power of God's presence and judgment.
trumpetσάλπιγξ
salpinx · Greek Noun
An instrument used in Scripture to herald the arrival of God, the calling of an assembly, or the announcement of divine intervention and judgment.
orderδιαστολή
diastolē · Greek Noun
A divine decree or command, specifically referring here to the rigid and fearful standards imposed at the giving of the Law, which highlight human inability to approach God through works.
stonedλιθοβολέω
lithoboleō · Greek Verb
A form of capital punishment in the Old Testament, representing the severe and final judgment of God against those who violate His holiness by encroaching on sacred ground.
tremble with fearἔντρομος
entromos · Greek Adjective
In biblical theology, this refers to a feeling of awe, reverence, and dread before the holiness, majesty, and judgment of God. It is often a response to a direct encounter with divine presence.
Mount ZionΣιών
Siōn · Greek Proper Noun
Used metaphorically in the New Testament to represent the spiritual home of the people of God, signifying security, the presence of God, and the fulfillment of Old Testament promises. It stands in contrast to the earthly, terrifying Mount Sinai.
living Godζῶντος
zōntos · Greek Adjective
A designation for God that emphasizes His vitality, life-giving power, and active involvement in human history, distinguishing Him from the dead idols of pagan nations.
heavenly JerusalemΙερουσαλήμ
Ierousalēm · Greek Proper Noun
The spiritual reality of God's dwelling place; it represents the ultimate destiny and eternal home of the saints, characterized by holiness, peace, and the immediate presence of God.
assembly of the firstbornἐκκλησίᾳ πρωτοτόκων
ekklēsia prōtotokōn · Greek Noun phrase
A collective term for God's covenant people in heaven, signifying their status as heirs, sanctified and recognized as belonging to God's household through faith in Christ.
judge of allκριτῇ
kritē · Greek Noun
An attribute of God describing His role as the final arbiter of all human actions, who holds all people accountable based on His absolute righteousness and holiness.
righteous made perfectτετελειωμένων
teteleiōmenōn · Greek Adjective/Participle
Those who have been justified by faith and sanctified by the Holy Spirit; they have reached their completed state of holiness and glorification through the finished work of Jesus.
mediatorμεσίτῃ
mesitē · Greek Noun
One who stands in the middle between two parties to reconcile them, specifically Christ as the sole intercessor between God and humanity who brings about a new relationship through His sacrifice.
new covenantδιαθήκης καινῆς
diathēkēs kainēs · Greek Noun phrase
A formal, divinely-instituted relationship based on the sacrifice of Christ, which replaces the Old Covenant and provides forgiveness, grace, and an eternal inheritance through faith.
sprinkled bloodαἵματι ῥαντισμοῦ
haimati rhantismou · Greek Noun phrase
A reference to the sacrificial death of Christ; the application of His blood signifies the cleansing of sins and the ratification of the New Covenant, which secures peace and access to God.
