Strong's Lexicon hilarotés: Cheerfulness, Joyfulness Original Word: ἱλαρότης Word Origin: Derived from the Greek adjective ἱλαρός (hilaros), meaning "cheerful" or "joyful." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "hilarotés," the concept of joyful giving can be related to the Hebrew word שָׂמֵחַ (sameach), meaning "joyful" or "glad," as seen in passages like Deuteronomy 16:15, which speaks of rejoicing in the Lord's blessings. Usage: The term "hilarotés" refers to a state of cheerfulness or joyfulness. In the New Testament, it is used to describe a disposition of gladness and readiness, particularly in the context of giving. It conveys the idea of a joyful willingness and a heart that is open and generous. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, cheerfulness was often associated with generosity and a positive disposition. The concept of giving with joy was valued in both secular and religious contexts. In Jewish tradition, giving was not only a duty but also an opportunity to express one's faith and trust in God. The early Christian community embraced this understanding, emphasizing the importance of the heart's attitude in acts of charity and service. HELPS Word-studies Cognate: 2432 hilarótēs (a noun, derived from 2431 /hilarós, "already won over, approving") – "cheerful readiness" (J. Thayer), i.e. the attitude that is ready to respond from a willing spirit (used only in Ro 12:8). See 2431 (hilaros). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom hilaros Definition cheerfulness NASB Translation cheerfulness (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2432: ἱλαρότηςἱλαρότης, ἱλαρητος, ἡ, cheerfulness, readiness of mind: Romans 12:8. (Proverbs 18:22; (Diodorus, Philo (de plant. Noë § 40), Plutarch, others); Acta Thom. § 14.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance cheerfulness. From hilaros; alacrity -- cheerfulness. see GREEK hilaros Forms and Transliterations ιλαρότητα ιλαροτητι ιλαρότητι ἱλαρότητι ιλαρύναι ιλαρώς hilaroteti hilarotēti hilaróteti hilarótēti ilaroteti ilarotētiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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