Strong's Lexicon geitón: Neighbor Original Word: γείτων Word Origin: Derived from the root word γῆ (gē), meaning "earth" or "land." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of a neighbor is רֵעַ (rea, Strong's Hebrew 7453), which also means friend or companion. Usage: The term "geitón" refers to a neighbor, someone who lives nearby or in close proximity. In the New Testament, it is used to describe those who are physically close in terms of residence, but it also carries a broader implication of social and communal relationships. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Greco-Roman world, the concept of a neighbor was significant in both Jewish and Gentile communities. Neighbors were often involved in each other's lives, sharing resources, and providing mutual support. The Jewish understanding of a neighbor was deeply rooted in the Torah, where loving one's neighbor was a fundamental commandment (Leviticus 19:18). This cultural backdrop is essential for understanding the New Testament's emphasis on neighborly love and community. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom gé Definition a neighbor NASB Translation neighbors (4). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1069: γείτωνγείτων, γείτονος, ὁ, ἡ (from γῆ, hence, originally 'of the same land,' of. Curtius, § 132) from Homer down, a neighbor: Luke 14:12; Luke 15:6, 9; John 9:8. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance neighbor. From ge; a neighbour (as adjoining one's ground); by implication, a friend -- neighbour. see GREEK ge Forms and Transliterations γείτονα γειτονας γείτονας γειτονες γείτονες γείτονος γειτόνων γείτοσί γείτοσιν γείτων γειώραις γειώρας geitonas geítonas geitones geítonesLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Luke 14:12 N-AMPGRK: σου μηδὲ γείτονας πλουσίους μή NAS: rich neighbors, otherwise KJV: nor [thy] rich neighbours; lest they INT: of you nor neighbors rich lest Luke 15:6 N-AMP Luke 15:9 N-AFP John 9:8 N-NMP Strong's Greek 1069 |