G2406

ἱεράτευμα

hierateuma

Neuter noun · From ἱερατεύω (G2407)

From G2407; the priestly fraternity, i.e. sacerdotal order (figuratively):—priesthood.

Outline

the office of a priest
the order or body of priests

Usages

1 Peter 2:5

Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.

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1 Peter 2:9

But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:

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