Modern Summary of Abbott-Smith’s Lexicon (1922)
The word "charisma" refers to a gift freely given, often understood as a gift of grace. It can specifically describe extraordinary abilities or operations of the Spirit in the early church, but it also includes all spiritual gifts and blessings. Examples of its use include various contexts in which individuals receive or exercise these gifts.
a spiritual gift; a gracious endowment from God
The Greek word charisma means "a spiritual gift; a gracious endowment from God," used in Scripture in contexts that reveal its full semantic depth.
Derives from χάρις (charis), meaning "graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete." This root connection shapes its semantic range.
charisma derives from χάρις (charis, G5485), meaning "graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete."
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