Strong's Lexicon philoxenos: Hospitable Original Word: φιλόξενος Word Origin: Derived from two Greek words: φίλος (philos), meaning "loving" or "friend," and ξένος (xenos), meaning "stranger" or "foreigner." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "philoxenos," the concept of hospitality is present in the Old Testament, often associated with the Hebrew word גּוּר (gur), meaning "sojourner" or "stranger," and the practice of showing kindness to strangers, as seen in Genesis 18:1-8 with Abraham's hospitality to the three visitors. Usage: The term "philoxenos" is used in the New Testament to describe the virtue of hospitality, particularly the love and care shown to strangers and guests. It implies a readiness to welcome and provide for those who are not part of one's immediate family or community. This hospitality is not merely a social duty but a reflection of Christian love and generosity. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near Eastern and Greco-Roman cultures, hospitality was a highly valued virtue. It was often seen as a sacred duty to welcome and care for travelers and strangers, who were vulnerable and dependent on the kindness of others. In the early Christian community, hospitality was especially important as believers traveled to spread the Gospel and needed safe places to stay. The practice of hospitality was also a means of demonstrating the love of Christ to others, both within and outside the faith community. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom philos and xenos Definition loving strangers NASB Translation hospitable (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 5382: φιλόξενοςφιλόξενος, φιλόξενον (φίλος and ξένος), from Homer down, hospitable, generous to guests (given to hospitality): 1 Timothy 3:2; Titus 1:8; 1 Peter 4:9. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance hospitableFrom philos and xenos; fond of guests, i.e. Hospitable -- given to (lover of, use) hospitality. see GREEK philos see GREEK xenos Forms and Transliterations φιλοξενοι φιλόξενοι φιλοξενον φιλόξενον philoxenoi philóxenoi philoxenon philóxenonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 1 Timothy 3:2 Adj-AMSGRK: σώφρονα κόσμιον φιλόξενον διδακτικόν NAS: respectable, hospitable, able to teach, KJV: of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach; INT: self-controlled respectable hospitable able to teach Titus 1:8 Adj-AMS 1 Peter 4:9 Adj-NMP Strong's Greek 5382 |
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