Strong's G5206 · Greek
υἱοθεσία
huiothesía
Definition
the placing as a son, i.e. adoption (figuratively, Christian sonship in respect to God)
KJV: adoption (of children, of sons)
Root / derivation: from a presumed compound of G5207 (υἱός) and a derivative of G5087 (τίθημι);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered υἱοθεσία across 5 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Romans3 verses
For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father.
Romans 8:23And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.
Romans 9:4Who are Israelites; to whom pertaineth the adoption, and the glory, and the covenants, and the giving of the law, and the service of God, and the promises;
Galatians1 verse
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5206 (huiothesía) mean?
the placing as a son, i.e. adoption (figuratively, Christian sonship in respect to God)
How many times does G5206 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5206 (υἱοθεσία) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “adoption.”
How is huiothesía translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5206 is rendered as “adoption” (3×), “children” (1×), “sons” (1×).
Where does the Greek word υἱοθεσία come from?
from a presumed compound of G5207 (υἱός) and a derivative of G5087 (τίθημι);