3406. misthapodotés

Lexicon

misthapodotés: Rewarder

Original Word: μισθαποδότης
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: misthapodotés
Pronunciation: mis-thah-po-DOT-ace
Phonetic Spelling: (mis-thap-od-ot'-ace)
Definition: Rewarder
Meaning: a rewarder.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

rewarder.

From misthoo and apodidomi; a renumerator -- rewarder.

see GREEK misthoo

see GREEK apodidomi

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 3406 misthapodótēs (from 3408misthos, "reward" and 591 /apodídōmi, "give from") – properly, someone "paying what is due; a rewarder" (Abbott-Smith); a paymaster (A. T. Robertson), giving rewards in keeping with his own values. 3406 /misthapodótēs is only used in Heb 11:6. See also 3408 (misthós).

[Note the prefix (apo) emphasizing what the Lord personally values and hence the basis of determining rewards.]

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from misthos and apodidómi
Definition
one who pays wages
NASB Translation
rewarder (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 3406: μισθαποδότης

μισθαποδότης, μισθαποδοτησου, ὁ (μισθός and ἀποδίδωμι; cf. the μισθοδότης of the Greek writings) (Vulg.remunerator); one who pays wages, a rewarder: Hebrews 11:6. (Several times in ecclesiastical writings.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: From μισθός (misthos, meaning "wage" or "reward") and ἀποδίδωμι (apodidōmi, meaning "to give back" or "to render").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • Strong's Hebrew 7939 (שָׂכָר, sakar): Refers to wages, reward, or hire.
• Strong's Hebrew 1576 (גְּמוּל, gemul): Refers to recompense or reward.
• Strong's Hebrew 6468 (פְּעֻלָּה, peullah): Refers to work, recompense, or reward.

These Hebrew terms similarly convey the concept of reward and recompense, reflecting the consistent biblical theme of God as a just and faithful rewarder.

Usage: The term μισθαποδότης is used in the New Testament to describe God as the one who rewards those who earnestly seek Him. It emphasizes the concept of divine recompense for faith and diligence.

Context: The Greek term μισθαποδότης appears in the New Testament in the context of God's character as a just and faithful rewarder. It is found in Hebrews 11:6, which states, "And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who approaches Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him" (BSB). This passage highlights the necessity of faith in the believer's relationship with God, underscoring that God is not only approachable but also actively involved in rewarding those who pursue Him with sincerity and devotion.

The concept of God as a μισθαποδότης is rooted in the broader biblical theme of divine justice and faithfulness. Throughout Scripture, God is portrayed as one who sees the deeds of humanity and responds accordingly, offering blessings and rewards to those who live in accordance with His will. This understanding of God as a rewarder is not limited to material or earthly rewards but extends to spiritual blessings and eternal life.

Theologically, the term μισθαποδότης reinforces the idea that faith is not merely an abstract belief but is accompanied by the expectation of God's active response. It assures believers that their efforts in seeking God and living righteously are not in vain, as God is attentive and responsive to their faithfulness.

Forms and Transliterations

μισθαποδοτης μισθαποδότης misthapodotes misthapodotēs misthapodótes misthapodótēs

Englishman's Concordance

Hebrews 11:6 N-NMS
GRK: ἐκζητοῦσιν αὐτὸν μισθαποδότης γίνεται
NAS: believe that He is and [that] He is a rewarder of those
KJV: [that] he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek
INT: seek out him a rewarder he becomes

Strong's Greek 3406
1 Occurrence

μισθαποδότης — 1 Occ.