1069. geitón

Lexicon

geitón: Neighbor

Original Word: γείτων
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine; Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: geitón
Pronunciation: gay-tone'
Phonetic Spelling: (ghi'-tone)
Definition: Neighbor
Meaning: a neighbor.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

neighbor.

From ge; a neighbour (as adjoining one's ground); by implication, a friend -- neighbour.

see GREEK ge

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from gé
Definition
a neighbor
NASB Translation
neighbors (4).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1069: γείτων

γείτων, γείτονος, ὁ, ἡ (from γῆ, hence, originally 'of the same land,' of. Curtius, § 132) from Homer down, a neighbor: Luke 14:12; Luke 15:6, 9; John 9:8.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the root word γειτονία (geitonia), meaning "neighborhood" or "vicinity."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Hebrew 7934: שָׁכֵן (shaken) • meaning "neighbor" or "inhabitant."
• Strong's Hebrew 7453: רֵעַ (rea) • meaning "friend," "companion," or "neighbor."

These Hebrew terms similarly emphasize the relational aspect of living in community and the ethical obligations towards those who are near. They are often used in the Old Testament to describe the social and moral duties one has towards others within the covenant community of Israel.

Usage: The term γείτων is used in the New Testament to refer to someone who lives near or next to another person. It is often used in the context of community and social relationships.

Context: The Greek word γείτων appears in the New Testament to describe the concept of a neighbor, emphasizing the importance of community and interpersonal relationships within a biblical context. In the Berean Standard Bible, γείτων is used in passages that highlight the social and moral responsibilities individuals have towards those living in close proximity to them.

In the Gospel of Luke, the term is used in the parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:29-37), where Jesus expands the traditional understanding of "neighbor" beyond geographical or ethnic boundaries, illustrating that a neighbor is anyone in need whom one can help. This parable underscores the biblical principle of love and compassion towards others, regardless of their background or relationship to us.

The concept of γείτων is also reflected in the teachings of Jesus regarding the greatest commandments, where loving one's neighbor is placed alongside loving God (Mark 12:31). This dual commandment encapsulates the essence of the Law and the Prophets, as it calls for a selfless love that mirrors God's love for humanity.

The use of γείτων in the New Testament serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of human relationships and the call to live in harmony and mutual support within communities. It challenges believers to extend kindness and mercy to all, reflecting the character of Christ in their interactions with others.

Forms and Transliterations

γείτονα γειτονας γείτονας γειτονες γείτονες γείτονος γειτόνων γείτοσί γείτοσιν γείτων γειώραις γειώρας geitonas geítonas geitones geítones

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 14:12 N-AMP
GRK: σου μηδὲ γείτονας πλουσίους μή
NAS: rich neighbors, otherwise
KJV: nor [thy] rich neighbours; lest they
INT: of you nor neighbors rich lest

Luke 15:6 N-AMP
GRK: καὶ τοὺς γείτονας λέγων αὐτοῖς
NAS: his friends and his neighbors, saying
KJV: and neighbours, saying
INT: and the neighbors saying to them

Luke 15:9 N-AFP
GRK: φίλας καὶ γείτονας λέγουσα Συνχάρητέ
NAS: her friends and neighbors, saying,
KJV: and [her] neighbours together,
INT: friends and neighbors saying Rejoice with

John 9:8 N-NMP
GRK: Οἱ οὖν γείτονες καὶ οἱ
NAS: Therefore the neighbors, and those
KJV: The neighbours therefore, and
INT: The Therefore neighbors and those who

Strong's Greek 1069
4 Occurrences

γείτονας — 3 Occ.
γείτονες — 1 Occ.