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Strong's Lexicon logikos: Rational, reasonable, spiritual Original Word: λογικός Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: logikos Pronunciation: lo-ghee-KOS Phonetic Spelling: (log-ik-os') Definition: (a) reasonable, rational, (b) metaphorical, as contrasted with the literal. Meaning: The term "λογικός" pertains to reason, rationality, or that which is logical. It is often used to describe something that is reasonable or pertaining to the mind and intellect. Word Origin: Derived from λόγος (logos), meaning "word," "reason," or "account." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "λογικός," the concept of rational or reasonable service can be related to Hebrew terms that denote wisdom and understanding, such as חָכְמָה (chokmah, Strong's 2451) for wisdom, and בִּינָה (binah, Strong's 998) for understanding. These terms reflect the Old Testament emphasis on a life lived in accordance with God's wisdom and understanding, which parallels the New Testament call to rational and spiritual worship. Usage: The word "λογικός" appears in the New Testament in contexts that emphasize rationality or spiritual reasoning. It is used to describe worship or service that is reasonable or spiritual in nature. Context: The Greek term "λογικός" is found in the New Testament, specifically in Romans 12:1 and 1 Peter 2:2. In Romans 12:1, the Apostle Paul urges believers to present their bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, which he describes as their "λογικός" service. The Berean Standard Bible translates this as "your reasonable service," highlighting the aspect of worship that is thoughtful and intentional, aligning with God's will through a rational and spiritual act of devotion. In 1 Peter 2:2, the term is used in the context of spiritual growth and nourishment. The Berean Standard Bible translates this passage as "Like newborn infants, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation." Here, "λογικός" is translated as "spiritual," indicating the rational and spiritual sustenance necessary for growth in faith. The use of "λογικός" in these passages underscores the importance of a faith that engages both the heart and the mind. It calls believers to a form of worship and spiritual life that is not only emotional but also thoughtful and reasoned, reflecting a deep understanding of God's truth and a commitment to living it out. HELPS Word-studies 3050 logikós (from 3056 /lógos, "reason") – properly, logical because divinely reasonable, i.e. "what is logical to God" (logic working through the divine reasoning known through faith). The believer grasps "divine reasonableness" (3050 /logikós) by the Lord's inbirthings (gift) of faith – hence the close connection between 3050 (logikós) and faith (4102 /pístis) in Ro 12:1-3 (cf. 1 Pet 1:21, 2:2). 3050 /logikós ("divinely reasonable") is constantly necessary in making acceptable offerings to the Lord – each of which is equally profound to eternity when done in faith ("divine persuasion"). These produce a "seamless" life in which every decision (action) can have profound, eternal meaning, even in earthly "setbacks" or suffering (cf. Mt 13:31,32,17:20 with Ro 8:18). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Origin from logos Definition reasonable, rational NASB Translation spiritual (1), word (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3050: λογικός λογικός, λογικη, λογικόν (from λόγος reason) (Tim. Locr., Demosthenes, others), rational (Vulg.rationabilis); agreeable to reason, following reason, reasonable: λατρεία λογικη, the worship which is rendered by the reason or soul (`spiritual'), Romans 12:1 (λογικη καί ἀναίμακτος προσφορά, of the offering which angels present to God, Test xii. Patr. (test. Levi § 3), p. 547, Fabric. edition; (cf. Athenagoras, suppl. pro Christ. § 13 at the end)); τό λογικόν γάλα, the milk which nourishes the soul (see γάλα), 1 Peter 2:2 (λογικη τροφή, Eus. h. e. 4, 23 at the end). Strong's Exhaustive Concordance thoughtful, reasonable From logos; rational ("logical") -- reasonable, of the word. see GREEK logos Forms and Transliterations λογικην λογικήν λογικὴν λογικον λογικόν λογικὸν logiken logikēn logikḕn logikon logikòn Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts Englishman's Concordance Romans 12:1 Adj-AFS GRK: εὐάρεστον τὴν λογικὴν λατρείαν ὑμῶν NAS: to God, [which is] your spiritual service of worship. KJV: [which is] your reasonable service. INT: well-pleasing which is [the] divinely reasonable service of you 1 Peter 2:2 Adj-ANS GRK: βρέφη τὸ λογικὸν ἄδολον γάλα NAS: milk of the word, so KJV: milk of the word, that INT: infants the divinely reasonable pure milk Strong's Greek 3050 2 Occurrences λογικὴν — 1 Occ. λογικὸν — 1 Occ.