εὐαγγέλιον
| Strong's # | G2098 |
|---|---|
| Greek Spelling | εὐαγγέλιον |
| Pronunciation | you-ahn-GHEL-ee-ahn |
| Transliteration | Euangelion |
| Definition | good news, gospel |
Notable Occurences
Romans 1:16 “I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.”
Mark 1:14–15 Jesus began proclaiming the good news of God, saying, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand.”
Galatians 1:8 Paul warns that even if an angel preaches a different gospel, they are to be accursed.
1 Thessalonians 2:4 Paul says they have been entrusted with the gospel, and speak to please God, not people.
Insights
In the New Testament, euangelion is the word behind “gospel” or “good news.” It refers to the joyful announcement of what God has done through Jesus Christ—His life, death, and resurrection. This message is at the heart of Christian belief and mission. When the early church spoke of the euangelion, they weren’t just talking about good advice or spiritual encouragement—they meant a powerful, history-changing declaration: that Jesus is Lord and Savior. The