Strong's Lexicon Patrobas: Patrobas Original Word: Πατροβᾶς Word Origin: Derived from Greek roots "πατήρ" (patēr), meaning "father," and "βάσις" (basis), meaning "step" or "foundation." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the name Patrobas, as it is a Greek name. However, the concept of being foundational or supportive can be related to Hebrew words like "אָב" (av, Strong's H1), meaning "father." Usage: Patrobas is a personal name mentioned in the New Testament. It is used to refer to a Christian believer in Rome who is greeted by the Apostle Paul in his epistle to the Romans. The name itself suggests a meaning related to "father's step" or "father's foundation," possibly indicating a person who is foundational or supportive in nature. Cultural and Historical Background: In the first-century Roman world, names often carried significant meaning and could reflect familial heritage or personal characteristics. Patrobas, as a member of the early Christian community in Rome, would have been part of a diverse group of believers, including both Jews and Gentiles, who were navigating their faith in a predominantly pagan society. The early church in Rome was known for its vibrant and growing community, despite facing various challenges and persecutions. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfor Patrobios (a comp. of patér and bios) Definition "father's life," Patrobas, a Christian NASB Translation Patrobas (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3969: ΠατροβᾶςΠατροβᾶς (others, Πατροβᾶς, as contracted from πατροβιος; cf. B. D., under the word; Lightfoot on Philip., p. 176f; Chandler § 32), accusative Πατροβᾶν (cf. Buttmann, 19f (17f); Winers Grammar, § 8, 1), Patrobas, a certain Christian: Romans 16:14. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Patrobas. Perhaps a contraction for Patrobios (a compound of pater and bios); father's life; Patrobas, a Christian -- Patrobas. see GREEK pater see GREEK bios Forms and Transliterations Πατροβαν Πατροβᾶν Πατρόβαν Patroban PatróbanLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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