Strong's Greek · G2406
ἱεράτευμα
hieráteuma
Definitionthe priestly fraternity, i.e. sacerdotal order (figuratively)
Derivationfrom G2407 (ἱερατεύω);
KJV usagepriesthood
Occurrences2 in the KJV · 2 verses
ἱεράτευμα in Scripture
1 Peter 2:5
Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ.
1 Peter 2:9
But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: