Strong's Lexicon philanthrópia: Love for mankind, kindness, benevolence Original Word: φιλανθρωπία Word Origin: Derived from φίλος (philos, meaning "friend" or "loving") and ἄνθρωπος (anthropos, meaning "man" or "human"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "philanthrópia," the concept is akin to the Hebrew word חֶסֶד (chesed), often translated as "loving-kindness" or "steadfast love," which describes God's covenantal love and mercy. Usage: In the New Testament, "philanthrópia" refers to a love for humanity that manifests in acts of kindness and benevolence. It is a term that encapsulates the idea of goodwill and compassion towards others, often reflecting God's love and kindness towards humanity. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, philanthropy was a valued virtue, often associated with the beneficence of the gods or the generosity of wealthy patrons towards their communities. The concept was not only about financial generosity but also included acts of kindness and support for the well-being of others. In the biblical context, philanthropy is deeply rooted in the character of God, who demonstrates His love and kindness towards humanity through His redemptive acts. HELPS Word-studies 5363 philanthrōpía (from 5384 /phílos, "a friend" and 444 /ánthrōpos, "of mankind, people") – properly, a "friend (benefactor) of humanity"; a person who warmly loves others, treating them with the respect (benevolence) that befits each one being created in the image of God. 5363 /philanthrōpía ("a benefactor") actively shares kindness (what is needed) with others. [5363 (philanthrōpía) is the root of the English term, "philanthropy."] NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom philos and anthrópos Definition love for mankind, kindness NASB Translation kindness (1), love for mankind (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5363: φιλανθρωπίαφιλανθρωπία, φιλανθρωπίας, ἡ (φιλάνθρωπος), from Xenophon, and Plato down, love of mankind, benevolence (Vulg.humanitas) (R. V. kindness): Acts 28:2; Titus 3:4. (Cf. Field, Otium Norv. Pars 3:ad the passages cited.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance kindness, love towards man. From the same as philanthropos; fondness of mankind, i.e. Benevolence ("philanthropy") -- kindness, love towards man. see GREEK philanthropos Forms and Transliterations φιλανθρωπια φιλανθρωπία φιλανθρωπιαν φιλανθρωπίαν philanthropia philanthropía philanthrōpia philanthrōpía philanthropian philanthropían philanthrōpian philanthrōpíanLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 28:2 N-AFSGRK: τὴν τυχοῦσαν φιλανθρωπίαν ἡμῖν ἅψαντες NAS: us extraordinary kindness; for because KJV: no little kindness: for they kindled INT: common kindness to us having kindled Titus 3:4 N-NFS Strong's Greek 5363 |
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