Word study · Greek

charis

grace, favor

Say it: KHA-rees (approximate)

χάρις

What it means

Grace. "Grace, mercy, and peace" (1:2), "his own purpose and grace" (1:9), and "be strengthened in the grace" (2:1).

Range of meaning

  • FavorGoodwill shown to someone.
  • GiftWhat is given freely.
  • ThanksGratitude.

In 2 Timothy

  • Chapter 1

    "Grace, mercy, and peace" (1:2) and "his own purpose and grace" (1:9).

  • Chapter 2

    "Be strengthened in the grace that is in Christ Jesus" (2:1).

  • Chapter 4

    "Grace be with you" (4:22).