1 : the act or an instance of consoling : the state of being consoled : comfort She found great consolation in all the cards and letters she received. 2 : something that consoles specifically : a contest held for those who have lost early in a tournament.

Where does the word consolation come from?

1400, "act of consoling, alleviation of misery or distress of mind, mitigation of grief or anxiety," from Old French consolacion "solace, comfort; delight, pleasure" (11c., Modern French consolation), from Latin consolationem (nominative consolatio) "a consoling, comfort," noun of action from past-participle stem of ...

What does the word consolation mean in the Bible?

In verses 3-7, Paul uses forms of the word "consolation" 10 times! He explains that this God of all consolation is the God who has known suffering from the inside in Jesus, and who thus provides comfort for all who are afflicted and empowers them to console others.