Berean Strong's Lexicon deiliaó: To be timid, to be cowardly, to fear Original Word: δειλιάω Word Origin: Derived from δειλία (deilia), meaning "timidity" or "cowardice." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "deiliaó," the concept of fear and timidity can be related to Hebrew words such as יָרֵא (yare, Strong's 3372), which means "to fear" or "to be afraid." Usage: The verb "deiliaó" conveys a sense of fearfulness or timidity, often implying a lack of courage or faith. It is used in the New Testament to describe a state of being that is contrary to the boldness and confidence expected of believers. This term is often associated with a spirit of fear that hinders one's ability to act in faith and trust in God. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, courage was highly valued, and timidity was often seen as a weakness. The early Christian community, living under the threat of persecution, was encouraged to stand firm in their faith. The concept of fearlessness was not just a personal virtue but a communal necessity for the survival and growth of the early Church. The New Testament writers often contrasted fear with faith, urging believers to rely on the power and presence of the Holy Spirit. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 1168 deiliáō – to be timid (fearful), living in dread (paralyzing fear of consequences). 1168 /deiliáō ("living in fearful dread") is used only in Jn 14:27. See 1169 (deilós). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom deilia Definition to be cowardly NASB Translation fearful (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1168: δειλιάωδειλιάω, δειλιω; (δειλία, which see); to be timid, fearful: John 14:27. (Deuteronomy 31:6; Deuteronomy 1:21 and often in the Sept.; Sir. 22:16 Sir. 31:16 (Sir. 34:16); 4 Macc. 14:4. Diodorus 20, 78. The Greeks prefer the compound ἀποδειλιω.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance be afraid. From deilia; to be timid -- be afraid. see GREEK deilia Forms and Transliterations δειλία δειλιάσει δειλιάσης δειλιάσητε δειλιάσουσιν δειλιάσω δειλιατω δειλιάτω δειλινήν δειλινόν εδειλίασαν εδείλίασαν εδειλίασεν deiliato deiliatō deiliáto deiliátōLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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