Strong's Lexicon theosebés: God-fearing, devout Original Word: θεοσεβής Word Origin: Derived from two Greek words: θεός (theos), meaning "God," and σέβομαι (sebomai), meaning "to worship" or "to revere." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of being God-fearing is יָרֵא (yare', Strong's Hebrew 3373), which also conveys the idea of fear, reverence, and respect towards God. Usage: The term "theosebés" is used to describe individuals who exhibit reverence and piety towards God. It characterizes a person who is devout in their faith and committed to living in accordance with God's will. This word emphasizes a deep respect and awe for the divine, often manifesting in a lifestyle that honors God through obedience and worship. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, religious devotion was often expressed through various forms of worship and rituals. The concept of being "God-fearing" was not unique to Christianity but was a common attribute among those who were seen as pious in various religious traditions. For early Christians, being theosebés meant adhering to the teachings of Jesus and the apostles, often in contrast to the surrounding pagan practices. This term would have been significant in distinguishing true believers who lived out their faith in a tangible and observable manner. HELPS Word-studies 2318 theosebḗs (from 2316 /theós, "God" and 4576 /sébomai, "revere") – properly, reverence (towards God); true piety shown by devout worshipers, i.e. God-fearing people who venerate the things of God (used only in Jn 9:31). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom theos and sebó Definition God-fearing NASB Translation God-fearing (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2318: θεοσεβήςθεοσεβής, θεοσεβες (Θεός and σέβομαι), worshipping God, pious: John 9:31. (the Sept.; Sophocles, Euripides, Aristophanes, Xenophon, Plato, others; (cf. Trench, § xlviii.).) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance worshipper of God. From theos and sebomai; reverent of God, i.e. Pious -- worshipper of God. see GREEK theos see GREEK sebomai Forms and Transliterations θεοσεβείς θεοσεβης θεοσεβής θεοσεβὴς theosebes theosebēs theosebḕsLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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