1432. dórean

Lexicon

dórean: Freely, without cost, as a gift

Original Word: δωρεάν
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: dórean
Pronunciation: do-reh-AN
Phonetic Spelling: (do-reh-an')
Definition: Freely, without cost, as a gift
Meaning: as a free gift, without payment, freely.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

without a cause, freely, for naught, in vain.

Accusative case of dorea as adverb; gratuitously (literally or figuratively) -- without a cause, freely, for naught, in vain.

see GREEK dorea

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 1432 dōreán(the adverbial form of 1431/dōrea) – something freely done (as gratis), i.e. without "cause"; unearned (undeserved); freely given (without cost) hence not done out of mere obligation or compulsion. See 1431 (dōrea).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
adverb from dórea
Definition
as a gift, to no purpose
NASB Translation
freely (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 1432: δωρεάν

δωρεάν, see δωρεά.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word δῶρον (dōron), meaning "gift."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H2600 (חִנָּם, chinnam): This Hebrew word carries a similar meaning of "freely," "without cause," or "for nothing." It is used in the Old Testament to describe actions done without expectation of return or without justification, paralleling the New Testament use of δωρεάν.

Usage: • The term is used in the New Testament to convey the idea of something being given or received without payment or obligation. It often emphasizes the grace and generosity inherent in the act.

Context: • Contextual Overview: In the New Testament, δωρεάν is used to highlight the concept of grace and the unmerited favor of God. It underscores the idea that certain blessings, particularly salvation and the gifts of God, are given freely to believers, not as a result of their works or merit but as a demonstration of God's love and generosity.

• Key Verses:
• Romans 3:24: "and are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus." Here, δωρεάν emphasizes that justification is a free gift of grace, not earned by human effort.
• Revelation 21:6: "To the thirsty I will give freely from the spring of the water of life." This verse uses δωρεάν to illustrate the free and abundant provision of eternal life to those who seek it.
• John 15:25: "But this is to fulfill what is written in their Law: ‘They hated Me without reason.’" In this context, δωρεάν is translated as "without reason," indicating an unjustified or gratuitous action.

• Theological Significance: The use of δωρεάν in the New Testament is significant in understanding the doctrine of grace. It reinforces the belief that salvation and the blessings of God are not transactional but are given out of His benevolent nature. This concept is central to the Christian faith, emphasizing reliance on God's grace rather than human achievement.

• Practical Application: Believers are encouraged to reflect the same generosity and grace in their interactions with others, offering kindness and forgiveness freely, as they have received from God.

Forms and Transliterations

δωρεαν δωρεάν δωρεὰν dorean doreán doreàn dōrean dōreán dōreàn

Englishman's Concordance

Matthew 10:8 Adv
GRK: δαιμόνια ἐκβάλλετε δωρεὰν ἐλάβετε δωρεὰν
NAS: out demons. Freely you received,
KJV: devils: freely ye have received,
INT: demons cast out freely you received freely

Matthew 10:8 Adv
GRK: δωρεὰν ἐλάβετε δωρεὰν δότε
KJV: freely ye have received, freely give.
INT: freely you received freely give

John 15:25 Adv
GRK: Ἐμίσησάν με δωρεάν
KJV: They hated me without a cause.
INT: They hated me without cause

Romans 3:24 Adv
GRK: δικαιούμενοι δωρεὰν τῇ αὐτοῦ
KJV: Being justified freely by his grace
INT: being justified freely by the of him

2 Corinthians 11:7 Adv
GRK: ὑψωθῆτε ὅτι δωρεὰν τὸ τοῦ
KJV: the gospel of God freely?
INT: might be exalted because freely the

Galatians 2:21 Adv
GRK: ἄρα Χριστὸς δωρεὰν ἀπέθανεν
KJV: Christ is dead in vain.
INT: then Christ for nought died

2 Thessalonians 3:8 Adv
GRK: οὐδὲ δωρεὰν ἄρτον ἐφάγομεν
KJV: bread for nought; but
INT: nor for nought bread did we eat

Revelation 21:6 Adv
GRK: τῆς ζωῆς δωρεάν
KJV: of the water of life freely.
INT: of life freely

Revelation 22:17 Adv
GRK: ὕδωρ ζωῆς δωρεάν
KJV: the water of life freely.
INT: water of life freely

Strong's Greek 1432
9 Occurrences

δωρεὰν — 9 Occ.