Word study · Greek

zōē

life

Say it: zo-AY (approximate)

ζωή

What it means

Life, especially the life that comes from God. "The free gift of God is eternal life" (6:23), and the Spirit "of life" (8:2).

Range of meaning

  • LifeExistence, vitality.
  • Eternal lifeLife of the age to come.

In Romans

  • Chapter 5

    "Reign in life" and "eternal life" (5:17-21).

  • Chapter 6

    "Walk in newness of life," "eternal life" (6:4, 6:22-23).

  • Chapter 7

    "The commandment, which was for life" (7:10).