Strong's Lexicon gnésiós: Genuine, true, legitimate Original Word: γνήσιος Word Origin: Derived from the root word γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning "to become" or "to be born." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent to "gnésiós," the concept of genuineness and truthfulness can be related to Hebrew words like אֱמֶת (emet, Strong's H571), meaning "truth" or "faithfulness." Usage: The Greek word "gnésiós" is used to describe something that is authentic, legitimate, or true in nature. It conveys the idea of being born of true lineage or being genuine in character. In the New Testament, it is often used to describe relationships or qualities that are sincere and without pretense. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, lineage and legitimacy were important aspects of social identity. Being considered "genuine" or "legitimate" often determined one's social standing and inheritance rights. The term "gnésiós" would have resonated with early Christians as they navigated their identity in Christ, emphasizing the authenticity of their faith and relationships within the Christian community. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 1104 gnēsíōs (an adverb) – legitimately (sincerely). See 1103 (gnēsios). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originadverb from gnésios Definition sincerely, truly NASB Translation genuinely (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1104: γνησίωςγνησίως, adverb, genuinely, faithfully, sincerely: Philippians 2:20. (From Euripides down.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance naturally, genuinelyAdverb from gnesios; genuinely, i.e. Really -- naturally. see GREEK gnesios Forms and Transliterations γνησιως γνησίως γνοφεράν gnesios gnesíos gnēsiōs gnēsíōsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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