Élenchos — G1650

Definition

masculine noun

proof, conviction

1. a proof, that by which a thing is proved or tested
2. conviction (Augustine,convictio)

Usually translated as

evidence, reproof

Origin

from G1651

• elénchō (G1651)

Occurrences

Élenchos occurs 2 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: 2 Timothy (1), Hebrews (1)

• 2 Timothy 3:16 — All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof (ελεγχον), for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
• Hebrews 11:1 — Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence (ἔλεγχος) of things not seen.