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Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek verb λογίζομαι (logizomai), meaning "to reckon" or "to account."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for λογιστής, the concept of accounting and record-keeping is present in the Old Testament. The Hebrew word סֹפֵר (sōphēr, Strong's Hebrew 5608) can refer to a scribe or someone who records information, including financial records. Another related term is פָּקִיד (pāqîd, Strong's Hebrew 6496), meaning an overseer or officer, who might have responsibilities similar to those of a λογιστής in managing resources or accounts.

Usage: The word λογιστής is not used in the canonical texts of the New Testament. It is primarily found in extra-biblical Greek literature and historical texts, where it describes individuals tasked with managing financial records or accounts.

Context: The Greek term λογιστής, while absent from the New Testament, provides insight into the socio-economic structures of the ancient world, particularly in Hellenistic and Roman societies. Accountants, or λογισταί, played a crucial role in managing the financial affairs of households, businesses, and governmental entities. Their responsibilities included maintaining accurate records of transactions, calculating taxes, and ensuring financial accountability.

In the broader biblical context, the concept of accounting and stewardship is reflected in various parables and teachings of Jesus. For instance, the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30, BSB) emphasizes the importance of faithful stewardship and accountability, principles that would have been familiar to a λογιστής. Although the specific term does not appear in Scripture, the role it describes aligns with the biblical values of diligence, integrity, and responsibility in managing resources.

The absence of λογιστής in the New Testament may suggest that the early Christian communities, often characterized by communal living and shared resources, did not emphasize formal accounting roles. However, the principles underlying the work of a λογιστής are evident in the ethical teachings of the New Testament, which call for honesty and integrity in all dealings.

Englishman's Concordance

μελῶν — 2 Occ.
μέλος — 5 Occ.
Μελχὶ — 2 Occ.
Μελχισεδέκ — 8 Occ.
ἔμελεν — 2 Occ.
μέλει — 7 Occ.
μελέτω — 1 Occ.
μεμβράνας — 1 Occ.
μέμφεται — 1 Occ.
μεμφόμενος — 1 Occ.
μὲν — 182 Occ.
Μενοῦν — 1 Occ.
μενοῦνγε — 2 Occ.
μέντοι — 8 Occ.
ἐμείναμεν — 2 Occ.
ἔμειναν — 2 Occ.
ἔμεινεν — 10 Occ.
ἔμενεν — 3 Occ.
ἔμενον — 1 Occ.
μεῖναι — 6 Occ.