1394. dosis

Lexicon

dosis: Gift, giving

Original Word: δόσις
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: dosis
Pronunciation: DOH-sis
Phonetic Spelling: (dos'-is)
Definition: Gift, giving
Meaning: a giving, gift, donation.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

gift, giving.

From the base of didomi; a giving; by implication, (concretely) a gift -- gift, giving.

see GREEK didomi

HELPS Word-studies

1394 dósis (from 1325 /dídōmi, "give") – gift, emphasizing the intention (aim) that motivates the giving and the chain-reaction of giving-and-responding.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from didómi
Definition
the act of giving, a gift
NASB Translation
giving (1), thing given (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1394: δόσις

δόσις, δόσεως, ἡ (δίδωμι);

1. a giving (from Herodotus down): λόγος δόσεως καί λήψεως, an account of giving and receiving (i. e. debit and credit accounts; cf. λόγος II. 3), Philippians 4:15; here Paul, by a pleasant euphemism, refers to the pecuniary gifts, which the church bestowing them enters in the account of expenses, but he himself in the account of receipts; cf. Van Hengel at the passage; so δόσις καί λῆψις, of money given and received, Sir. 41:19 Sir. 42:7; (Hermas, mand. 5, 2, 2 [ET]), and plural Epictetus diss. 2, 9, 12.

2. a gift, (from Homer down): James 1:17. (Synonym: see δόμα, at the end.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning "to give."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • מַתָּנָה (mattanah) • Strong's Hebrew 4976: Refers to a gift or present, often used in the context of offerings or gifts given to God or others.
• נְדָבָה (nedabah) • Strong's Hebrew 5071: Denotes a freewill offering or voluntary gift, emphasizing the voluntary and generous nature of the giving.

This entry provides a comprehensive understanding of the Greek word δόσις, its biblical usage, and its theological significance, encouraging a deeper appreciation of the concept of divine giving as presented in the New Testament.

Usage: The word δόσις is used in the New Testament to describe the concept of giving, often in the context of divine gifts or offerings. It appears in contexts that emphasize the benevolent and generous nature of giving, particularly from God to humanity.

Context: • Contextual Overview: In the New Testament, δόσις is used to highlight the nature of gifts, especially those that come from God. It underscores the idea that every good and perfect gift originates from a divine source, emphasizing the generosity and grace of God.
• Key Scripture Reference: James 1:17 • "Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow." (BSB)
• Analysis: In this passage, δόσις is used to describe the nature of God's gifts as inherently good and perfect. The verse underscores the constancy and reliability of God as the giver, contrasting the unchanging nature of divine gifts with the variability found in the world.
• Theological Implications: The use of δόσις in the New Testament often carries theological weight, as it reflects the character of God as a benevolent provider. It serves as a reminder of the grace and generosity inherent in the divine nature, encouraging believers to recognize and appreciate the gifts they receive from God.
• Practical Application: Understanding δόσις as a divine gift encourages believers to cultivate gratitude and to emulate God's generosity in their own lives. It calls for a recognition of the source of all good things and inspires a response of worship and thanksgiving.

Forms and Transliterations

δόσει δοσεως δόσεως δόσιν δοσις δόσις doseos doseōs dóseos dóseōs dosis dósis

Englishman's Concordance

Philippians 4:15 N-GFS
GRK: εἰς λόγον δόσεως καὶ λήμψεως
NAS: with me in the matter of giving and receiving
KJV: as concerning giving and receiving,
INT: with regard to an account of giving and receiving

James 1:17 N-NFS
GRK: πᾶσα δόσις ἀγαθὴ καὶ
NAS: good thing given and every
KJV: Every good gift and every
INT: Every act of giving good and

Strong's Greek 1394
2 Occurrences

δόσεως — 1 Occ.
δόσις — 1 Occ.