Bible Dictionary

Conversion

The act of turning or changing from one state, direction, or condition to another.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

108 of 516

Letter

C

Meaning

The act of turning or changing from one state, direction, or condition to another.

Key Scriptures

  • Psalm 19:7
  • Isaiah 6:10
  • Matthew 13:15
  • Matthew 18:3
  • Luke 22:32
  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 15:3
  • James 5:19-20

Also Called

converted

Original Language

Greek

ἐπιστρέφω

epistrephō

to turn; to return; to convert

Meaning

Conversion is the act of turning or changing from one state, direction, or condition to another.

It refers to a change in direction, condition, or course.

Biblical Usage

In Scripture, conversion refers to turning to God or turning back to Him.

The word is used of a change in direction or response as described in various biblical passages.

Key References

  • Psalm 19:7
  • Isaiah 6:10
  • Matthew 13:15
  • Matthew 18:3
  • Luke 22:32
  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 15:3
  • James 5:19-20
  • Repentance
  • Faith
  • Obedience
  • Salvation
  • Regeneration

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Scriptures

  • Psalm 19:7
  • Isaiah 6:10
  • Matthew 13:15
  • Matthew 18:3
  • Luke 22:32
  • Acts 3:19
  • Acts 15:3
  • James 5:19-20

Related Terms

repentance faith obedience salvation

Study Topics

conversion repentance faith salvation