Berean Strong's Lexicon pandocheus: Innkeeper Original Word: πανδοχεύς Word Origin: From the Greek words πᾶς (pas, meaning "all" or "every") and δέχομαι (dechomai, meaning "to receive" or "to accept"). Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "pandocheus," the concept of hospitality and care for travelers is reflected in various Old Testament passages, such as Genesis 18:1-8, where Abraham shows hospitality to three visitors. Usage: The term "pandocheus" refers to an innkeeper, someone who manages or owns an inn, a place where travelers can find lodging and care. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe a person who provides hospitality and services to those in need of rest and shelter. Cultural and Historical Background: In the ancient Near East, inns were essential for travelers, especially in regions where long journeys were common. Inns provided not only lodging but also food and care for animals. The role of the innkeeper was crucial, as they were responsible for the well-being of their guests. Hospitality was a highly valued virtue in Jewish culture, and innkeepers played a significant role in facilitating this practice. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom pas and dechomai Definition an innkeeper, a host NASB Translation innkeeper (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3830: πανδοκεύςπανδοκεύς, see πανδοχεύς. STRONGS NT 3830: πανδοχεύςπανδοχεύς, πανδοχεως, ὁ (πᾶς and δέχομαι (hence, literally, 'one who receives all comers')), for the earlier and more elegant πανδοκεύς (so Tdf.; (cf. Winers Grammar, 25 note)), an inn-keeper, host: Luke 10:35. (Polybius 2, 15, 6; Plutarch, de sanit. tuenda c. 14.) From the same as pandocheion; an innkeeper (warden of a caravanserai) -- host. see GREEK pandocheion |
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