Strong's Number G2512

Strong's Number:

G2512

Greek:

καθαρισμός

Transliteration:

katharismos

Pronunciation:

kath-ar-is-mos'

Part of Speech:

Noun Masculine

Strong's Definition:

from G2511; a washing off, i.e. (ceremonially) ablution, (morally) expiation:--cleansing, + purge, purification(-fying).

IPD Definition:

a cleansing, purification, a ritual purgation or washing
1. of the washing of the Jews before and after their meals
2. of levitical purification of women after childbirth
3. a cleansing from the guilt of sins wrought by the expiatory sacrifice of Christ

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