Berean Strong's Lexicon adapanos: Without cost, free of charge Original Word: ἀδάπανος Word Origin: From Greek roots ἀ- (a-, a negative prefix) and δαπάνη (dapane, meaning "expense" or "cost") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "adapanos," the concept of freely giving is echoed in the Hebrew Scriptures, such as in Isaiah 55:1, where the invitation to "come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost" reflects a similar idea of grace and generosity. Usage: The Greek word "adapanos" is used to describe something that is provided without requiring payment or expense. In the New Testament, it is often used in the context of ministry and service, emphasizing the selflessness and generosity expected of believers, particularly those in leadership or missionary roles. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, patronage and financial transactions were common in various aspects of life, including religious practices. The concept of offering something "adapanos" would have stood in contrast to the prevalent cultural norms where services, including religious ones, often came with a cost. This term highlights the early Christian emphasis on freely giving and serving, reflecting the teachings of Jesus about selfless love and generosity. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom alpha (as a neg. prefix) and dapané Definition without expense NASB Translation without charge (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 77: ἀδάπανοςἀδάπανος, (δαπάνη), without expense, requiring no outlay: 1 Corinthians 9:18 (ἵνα ἀδάπανον θήσω τό εὐαγγέλιον, 'that I may make Christian instruction gratuitous'). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance free of chargeFrom a (as negative particle); and dapane; costless, i.e. Gratuitous -- without expense. see GREEK a see GREEK dapane Forms and Transliterations αδαπανον αδάπανον ἀδάπανον Αδάρ adapanon adápanonLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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