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perissoterós adv. from NG4055: more abundantly, exceedingly, even more

Original Word: περισσοτέρως
Part of Speech: Adverb
Transliteration: perissoterós adv. from NG4055
Pronunciation: pe-ris-so-te-ROS
Phonetic Spelling: (per-is-sot-er'-oce)
Definition: more abundantly, exceedingly, even more
Meaning: more abundantly, much more

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
more abundantly, much more

Adverb from perissoteros; more superabundantly -- more abundant(-ly), X the more earnest, (more) exceedingly, more frequent, much more, the rather.

see GREEK perissoteros

NAS Exhaustive Concordance
Word Origin
(even) more, especially.

Thayer's Greek Lexicon
STRONGS NT 4056: περισσοτέρως

περισσοτέρως, adverb (from περισσῶς, which see) (cf. Winers Grammar, § 11, 2 c.; Buttmann, 69 (61));

1. properly, more abundantly (so in Diodorus 13, 108; Athen. 5, p. 192 f.); in the N. T. more, in a greater degree; more earnestly, more exceedingly, (cf. Winer's Grammar, 243 (228)): Mark 15:14 Rec.; 2 Corinthians 7:15; 2 Corinthians 11:23; Galatians 1:14; Philippians 1:14; 1 Thessalonians 2:17; Hebrews 2:1; Hebrews 13:19; opposed to ἧττον, 2 Corinthians 12:15; περισσοτέρως μᾶλλον, much more (R. V. the more exceedingly), 2 Corinthians 7:13.

2. especially, above others (A. V. more abundantly): 2 Corinthians 1:12; 2 Corinthians 2:4.

Topical Lexicon
Word Origin: Derived from the Greek word περισσός (perissos), meaning "abundant" or "exceeding."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for περισσοτέρως, similar concepts of abundance or exceeding can be found in Hebrew words such as מְאֹד (me'od, Strong's H3966), which means "very" or "exceedingly," and רַב (rav, Strong's H7227), meaning "many" or "great." These terms are used in the Old Testament to convey intensity or abundance in a manner akin to περισσοτέρως in the New Testament.

Usage: This term is used in the New Testament to emphasize an action or quality that is performed or possessed to a greater extent or with greater intensity.

Context: περισσοτέρως is an adverb found in several New Testament passages, often used to underscore the intensity or abundance of an action or characteristic. It conveys a sense of exceeding the norm or going beyond what is usual or expected.

• In Mark 7:36, Jesus instructs those He healed not to tell anyone, but "the more He ordered them, the more abundantly they proclaimed it." Here, περισσοτέρως highlights the increasing fervor with which the people spread the news, despite Jesus' instructions.

• In 2 Corinthians 11:23, Paul uses περισσοτέρως to describe his labors for the Gospel, stating, "Are they servants of Christ? I am speaking like I am out of my mind, but I am so much more: in harder labor, in more imprisonments, in worse beatings, in frequent danger of death." This usage emphasizes the extraordinary extent of Paul's sufferings and dedication compared to others.

• In Philippians 1:14, Paul notes that "most of the brothers, trusting in the Lord because of my imprisonment, have dared more abundantly to speak the word without fear." Here, περισσοτέρως underscores the increased boldness and courage of the believers in proclaiming the Gospel.

• In 1 Thessalonians 2:17, Paul expresses his deep longing to see the Thessalonians, stating, "But since we were torn away from you, brothers, for a short time—in person but not in heart—we endeavored all the more eagerly and with great desire to see you face to face." The use of περισσοτέρως conveys the intensity of Paul's desire and effort to reunite with them.

The use of περισσοτέρως in these contexts serves to amplify the actions or emotions being described, indicating a level of intensity or abundance that surpasses the ordinary.

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