διαστολή
diastolēdistinctionHow to read Greek
greekNew TestamentNoun · feminine3 occurrences2 books3 verses
Definition
δια-στολή, -ῆς, ἡ
(διαστέλλω), [in LXX for פְּדוּת: Exodus 8:23, etc. ;]
1. a separation.
2. a distinction, difference: Romans 3:22; 10:12, 1 Corinthians 14:7.
Hebrew words it translates
The Hebrew words that the ancient Greek translation of the Old Testament renders as διαστολή:
- פְּדוּתpe.dut“redemption”always
Usage patterns
Occurrences
3 total
- Romans 3:22διαστολή · distinctionAnd this righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no distinction,
- Romans 10:12διαστολὴ · differenceFor there is no difference between Jew and Greek: The same Lord is Lord of all, and gives richly to all who call on Him,
- 1 Corinthians 14:7διαστολὴν · are distinctEven in the case of lifeless instruments, such as the flute or harp, how will anyone recognize the tune they are playing unless the notes are distinct?