G4985
σωματικῶς
corporeally or physically
Transliteration
sōmatikōsPronunciation
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corporeally or physically
σωματικῶς(sōmatikōs)
Strong’s Definition
corporeally or physically
adverb from G4984 (σωματικός);
“For in him dwelleth all the fulness of the Godhead bodily.”
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Strong's G4985: From sómatikos (bodily), σωματικῶς describes the complete physical manifestation of deity in the Messiah. Used uniquely in Colossians 2:9, it emphasizes the full indwelling of divine nature in bodily form.
U- Unveiling the Word
σωματικῶς carries profound theological significance in expressing the complete physical manifestation of deity in the Messiah. Paul uses this term to emphasize that God's fullness dwells in bodily form in Jesus, countering early heresies that denied His full deity or humanity. The early church saw this word as crucial for defending both the incarnation and the Messiah's complete deity. Today, it continues to affirm the full union of divine and human natures in Him.
N - Necessary Information
Etymology:
D - Defining Meanings
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E - Exploring Similar Words
R - Reviewing the Word's Morphology
As an adverb, σωματικῶς:
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S - Studying Lexicon Insights
BDAG emphasizes its unique theological usage. Thayer's connects it to incarnational doctrine. LSJ documents its rare usage in classical Greek. Vine's highlights its significance for Christology. Strong's notes its derivation from σωματικός. Moulton and Milligan discuss its technical theological meaning.
T - Tracing the Scriptures
First appearance:
Colossians 2:9: "For in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead [σωματικῶς] bodily."
A - Analyzing Classical Usage
N - Noteworthy Summary
σωματικῶς proclaims the marvel of the incarnation—that in the Messiah, deity takes on physical form. This word declares the good news that God has fully revealed Himself in Jesus, making divine reality tangible and accessible through His incarnate Son.
D - Did You Know?
Strong's G4985: From sómatikos (bodily), σωματικῶς describes the complete physical manifestation of deity in the Messiah. Used uniquely in Colossians 2:9, it emphasizes the full indwelling of divine nature in bodily form.
Part of speech: Adverb
Tags: incarnation, deity, physical manifestation, divine fullness, Colossians, Christology, bodily form, incarnate deity, Paul's theology, divine nature