Bible Dictionary

Peace

A state of calm, harmony, or freedom from conflict.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

351 of 516

Letter

P

Meaning

A state of calm, harmony, or freedom from conflict.

Key Scriptures

  • Numbers 6:24-26
  • Psalm 29:11
  • Isaiah 9:6
  • John 14:27
  • Romans 5:1
  • Ephesians 2:14
  • Philippians 4:7
  • Colossians 3:15

Original Language

Hebrew

שָׁלוֹם

shalom

peace; completeness; well-being

Greek

εἰρήνη

eirēnē

peace

Meaning

Peace is a state of calm, harmony, or freedom from conflict.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, peace refers to harmony, well-being, safety, and reconciliation.

The term is used of relationships between people, peace with God, and the absence of conflict, depending on the context.


Key References

  • Numbers 6:24-26
  • Psalm 29:11
  • Isaiah 9:6
  • John 14:27
  • Romans 5:1
  • Ephesians 2:14
  • Philippians 4:7
  • Colossians 3:15

  • Love
  • Grace
  • Mercy
  • Hope
  • Reconciliation

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Scriptures

  • Numbers 6:24-26
  • Psalm 29:11
  • Isaiah 9:6
  • John 14:27
  • Romans 5:1
  • Ephesians 2:14
  • Philippians 4:7
  • Colossians 3:15

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