3090. Lóis

Lexicon

Lóis: Lois

Original Word: Λωΐς
Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine
Transliteration: Lóis
Pronunciation: LO-ees
Phonetic Spelling: (lo-ece')
Definition: Lois
Meaning: Lois, grandmother of Timothy.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Lois.

Of uncertain origin; Lois, a Christian woman -- Lois.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
perhaps akin to Lóión (more desirable, better)
Definition
Lois, a Christian woman
NASB Translation
Lois (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 3090: Λωΐς

Λωΐς (WH Λωΐς), Λωισιδος, ἡ, Lois, a Christian matron, the grandmother of Timothy: 2 Timothy 1:5.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Of uncertain origin; possibly derived from a Greek or Latin name.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek name Λωΐς, as it is a personal name of likely Greek or Latin origin and does not have a corresponding entry in the Hebrew lexicon.

Usage: The name Lois appears in the New Testament as the grandmother of Timothy, a young disciple and companion of the Apostle Paul.

Context: Lois is mentioned in the New Testament in the context of her familial relationship with Timothy, a prominent early Christian figure. She is noted for her sincere faith, which she passed down to her daughter Eunice and grandson Timothy. The Apostle Paul acknowledges Lois's faith in his second letter to Timothy, highlighting the generational transmission of faith within Timothy's family. This reference is found in 2 Timothy 1:5 (BSB): "I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded now lives in you also."

Lois's mention, though brief, underscores the importance of familial influence in the spiritual development of individuals. Her faith is described as genuine and impactful, contributing to the spiritual heritage that Timothy received. This passage reflects the early Christian emphasis on the role of family in nurturing faith and the continuity of belief across generations.

The cultural context of Lois's mention suggests that she was likely a Jewish believer who embraced the Christian faith, as indicated by her daughter's marriage to a Greek and the Jewish upbringing of Timothy. Lois's legacy is preserved through the faith of her grandson, who became a key figure in the early Church and a trusted associate of Paul.

Forms and Transliterations

Λωιδι Λωίδι Λωΐδι λώμα λώματα λώματος Loidi Loídi Lōidi Lōídi

Englishman's Concordance

2 Timothy 1:5 N-DMS
GRK: μάμμῃ σου Λωίδι καὶ τῇ
NAS: in your grandmother Lois and your mother
KJV: thy grandmother Lois, and thy
INT: grandmother of you Lois and in the

Strong's Greek 3090
1 Occurrence

Λωίδι — 1 Occ.