Strong's Lexicon penichros: Poor, needy Original Word: πενιχρός Word Origin: Derived from the Greek root πενία (penia), meaning "poverty" or "need." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The Hebrew equivalent often associated with the concept of poverty is עָנִי (ani, Strong's H6041), which also means poor or afflicted. Usage: The term "penichros" is used to describe someone who is economically disadvantaged or lacking in material wealth. It conveys a sense of poverty and neediness, often highlighting the humble circumstances of individuals or groups. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, poverty was a common and visible aspect of society. The poor often relied on the generosity of others for survival, and their status was generally low in the social hierarchy. The early Christian community, however, placed a strong emphasis on caring for the poor and needy, reflecting the teachings of Jesus Christ. This cultural context underscores the importance of compassion and charity within the Christian faith. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as penés Definition needy, poor NASB Translation poor (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3998: πενιχρόςπενιχρός, πενιχρα, πενιχον (from πένομαι, see πένης), needy, poor: Luke 21:2. (Occasionally in Greek authors from Homer, Odyssey 3, 348 down; for עָנִי in Exodus 22:25; for דַּל in Proverbs 29:7.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance poor. Prolongation from the base of penes; necessitous -- poor. see GREEK penes Forms and Transliterations πενηθείς πένηται πενιχραν πενιχράν πενιχρὰν πενιχροίς πενιχρού πενιχρώ πενόμενος πενομένων πενταέτους penichran penichrànLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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