Etymology
Roots in Hebrew, Greek, and Aramaic
HebrewChristological titles
Messiahmashiach — biblical meaning
מָשִׁיחַ (mashiach) / Μεσσίας (Messias)
Transliteration
mashiach
Pronunciation
ma-SHEE-ach
MEANING
Anointed one
ROOT
משח (mashach)
ETYMOLOGY
From mashach, 'to anoint.' It refers to someone consecrated with oil for special service; in Greek it is translated Christos.
BIBLICAL USE
In the Old Testament it applies to kings, priests, and prophets. In the New Testament it is Jesus' unique title as God's promised Anointed One.
RELATED VERSES
Daniel 9:25–26John 1:41John 4:25
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