τηλαυγῶς (tēlaugōs)
tēlaugōs
clearly
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The adverb tēlaugōs describes seeing something with perfect clarity from a distance. Its meaning comes from combining words for "far off" and "light" or "radiance," creating an image where objects remain sharp and distinct despite the gap between observer and subject. In modern terms, it suggests vision that is not blurred by remoteness.
This word appears only once in the New Testament, in Mark 8:25. After Jesus lays hands on a blind man who had previously seen people as "trees walking," he touches him again so the man can see clearly at a distance. The text uses this specific term to mark the final stage of healing, where distant details become visible.
Translators often render it simply as "clearly" or "plainly." However, its etymology highlights that this clarity is not just about focus, but about visibility across space. It emphasizes that the restored sight functions fully in real-world conditions, allowing the man to recognize figures far away with ease.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The word τηλαυγῶς appears just once in Scripture, found in Mark 8:25. It describes a man whose sight was fully restored, allowing him to see people clearly from a distance. This specific term highlights that his vision was not merely functional but sharp and distinct, even across space. It marks the completion of Jesus’ healing touch.
This rare word offers a quiet reminder about how God works in our lives. Sometimes we experience partial clarity or gradual understanding. Other times, He brings sudden, complete insight. Whether your journey involves slow progress or immediate breakthrough, this passage shows that Jesus cares about the details of your restoration. He does not leave us with blurred edges or uncertain paths.
When you feel confused or distant from truth, remember that God can bring clarity. His light reaches across any gap between you and understanding. You are seen fully by Him, and He invites you to rest in that certainty. May you find peace in knowing that your spiritual vision is held in His hands.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- clearly1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- τηλαυγῶς1×
Key Verses
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Mark 8:25
Then again he laid his hands on his eyes. He looked intently, and was restored, and saw everyone clearly.
This verse uses τηλαυγῶς to mark the final stage of healing where distant details become visible, showing the completeness of Jesus' restoration.