divine

Definition

The term “divine” refers to anything pertaining to God.

• Some ways this term is used include “divine authority,” “divine judgment,” “divine nature,” “divine power,” and “divine glory.”
• In one passage in the Bible, the term “divine” is used to describe something about a false deity.

Translation Suggestions

• Ways to translate the term “divine” could include “God’s” or “from God” or “pertaining to God” or “characterized by God.”
• For example, “divine authority” could be translated as “God’s authority” or “authority that comes from God.”
• The phrase “divine glory” could be translated as “God’s glory” or “the glory that God has” or “glory that comes from God.”
• Some translations may prefer to use a different word when describing something that pertains to a false god.

(See also: authority, false god, glory, God, judge, power)

Bible References

• 2 Corinthians 10:3-4
• 2 Peter 1:4
• Romans 1:20

Word Data

• Strong’s: G23040, G29990