Strong's Lexicon loidoros: Reviler, Abusive, Slanderer Original Word: λοιδορός Word Origin: Derived from the verb λοιδορέω (loidoreō), meaning "to revile" or "to abuse." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "loidoros," similar concepts can be found in words like חֵרֵף (cheraph), meaning "to reproach" or "to revile," as seen in passages like Psalm 44:16. Usage: The term "loidoros" is used in the New Testament to describe a person who is verbally abusive or slanderous. It characterizes individuals who engage in reviling or insulting others, often with malicious intent. This behavior is condemned in Scripture as it is contrary to the Christian virtues of love, kindness, and self-control. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, verbal abuse and slander were common in public discourse, often used in legal settings, political arenas, and personal disputes. Such behavior was seen as a means to assert dominance or discredit opponents. However, the early Christian community was called to a higher standard of conduct, emphasizing speech that edifies and builds up rather than tears down. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 3060 loídoros – reproach (reviling); used of injuring another's reputation by denigrating, abusive insults (TDNT, 4:293). See 3058 (loidoreō). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition abusive, subst. railer NASB Translation reviler (1), revilers (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3060: λοίδοροςλοίδορος, λοιδόρου, ὁ, a railer, reviler: 1 Corinthians 5:11; 1 Corinthians 6:10. (Proverbs 25:24; Sir. 23:8; Euripides, (as adjective), Plutarch, others.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance railer, reviler. From loidos (mischief); abusive, i.e. A blackguard -- railer, reviler. Forms and Transliterations λοιδοροι λοίδοροι λοιδορος λοίδορος λοιδόρου λοιμεύηται loidoroi loídoroi loidoros loídorosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Corinthians 5:11 Adj-NMSGRK: εἰδωλολάτρης ἢ λοίδορος ἢ μέθυσος NAS: or a reviler, or KJV: or a railer, or INT: idolater or railer or a drunkard 1 Corinthians 6:10 Adj-NMP Strong's Greek 3060 |
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