Bible Dictionary

Intercession

The act of pleading or praying on behalf of another person.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

257 of 516

Letter

I

Meaning

The act of pleading or praying on behalf of another person.

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 18:22-33
  • Exodus 32:11-14
  • 1 Samuel 7:5
  • Romans 8:26-27
  • Romans 8:34
  • Ephesians 6:18
  • 1 Timothy 2:1
  • Hebrews 7:25

Also Called

intercede

Original Language

Greek

ἔντευξις

enteuxis

intercession; petition

Meaning

Intercession is the act of pleading or praying on behalf of another person.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, intercession refers to praying, pleading, or making requests to God on behalf of others.

Both the Old and New Testaments record individuals who interceded for people and nations.


Key References

  • Genesis 18:22-33
  • Exodus 32:11-14
  • 1 Samuel 7:5
  • Romans 8:26-27
  • Romans 8:34
  • Ephesians 6:18
  • 1 Timothy 2:1
  • Hebrews 7:25

  • Prayer
  • Mediator
  • Supplication
  • Advocate
  • Priest

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 18:22-33
  • Exodus 32:11-14
  • 1 Samuel 7:5
  • Romans 8:26-27
  • Romans 8:34
  • Ephesians 6:18
  • 1 Timothy 2:1
  • Hebrews 7:25

Related Terms

Study Topics

intercession prayer mediator worship