Dictionary of Biblical Words:
These generally mean “among Christians.” They are spoken of in Rom. 16:17, 1 Cor. 3:3 and enumerated among the works of the flesh in Gal. 5:20 (seditions). Also spoken of under another word in 1 Cor. 1:10; 11:18, 12:25 (schism). By their occurrence thus early in the Church’s history we have the divine judgment of them as evil, and contrary to the unity of the body of Christ.
Strong’s Dictionary of Greek Words:
Transliteration:
dichostsis
Phonic:
dee-khos-tas-ee’-ah
Meaning:
from a derivative of 1364 and 4714; disunion, i.e. (figuratively) dissension
KJV Usage:
division, sedition