Lexicon Onésiphoros: Onesiphorus Original Word: Ὀνησίφορος Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Onespiphorus. From a derivative of oninemi and phoros; profit-bearer; Onesiphorus, a Christian -- Onespiphorus. see GREEK oninemi see GREEK phoros NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as Onésimos and pheró Definition "bringing advantage," Onesiphorus, a Christian NASB Translation Onesiphorus (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3683: ὈνησίφοροςὈνησίφορος, Ὀνησιφόρου, ὁ (i. e. 'profit-bringer'), Onesiphorus, the name of a certain Christian: 2 Timothy 1:16; 2 Timothy 4:19. Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from two Greek words: ὄνησις (onēsis), meaning "profit" or "benefit," and φέρω (pherō), meaning "to bring" or "to carry."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek name Ὀνησίφορος, as it is a personal name unique to the New Testament context. However, the concept of being "useful" or "profitable" can be related to Hebrew words such as יָעַל (ya'al, Strong's H3276), meaning "to profit" or "to be of use." Usage: The name Ὀνησίφορος appears in the New Testament as a personal name. It is used to refer to a Christian from Ephesus who was a companion and supporter of the Apostle Paul. Context: Onesiphorus is a notable figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Apostle Paul's second letter to Timothy. Onesiphorus is commended for his faithful service and support to Paul during his imprisonment in Rome. In 2 Timothy 1:16-18, Paul expresses gratitude for Onesiphorus, stating, "May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, because he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains. Instead, when he arrived in Rome, he searched diligently until he found me. May the Lord grant Onesiphorus to find mercy from the Lord on that day! You know very well how much he ministered in Ephesus." Onesiphorus is depicted as a loyal and courageous friend who was not deterred by the potential dangers associated with associating with a prisoner like Paul. His actions exemplify Christian virtues of hospitality, courage, and loyalty. In 2 Timothy 4:19, Paul sends greetings to "the household of Onesiphorus," which suggests that Onesiphorus may have passed away by the time of the letter's writing, or he was absent from Ephesus. His household is recognized for their continued faithfulness and service to the early Christian community. Forms and Transliterations Ονησιφορου Ὀνησιφόρου Onesiphorou Onesiphórou Onēsiphorou OnēsiphórouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance 2 Timothy 1:16 N-GMSGRK: κύριος τῷ Ὀνησιφόρου οἴκῳ ὅτι NAS: to the house of Onesiphorus, for he often KJV: unto the house of Onesiphorus; for INT: Lord to the of Onesiphorus house because 2 Timothy 4:19 N-GMS |
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