Berean Strong's Lexicon proaireó: To choose beforehand, to prefer, to purpose Original Word: προαιρέω Word Origin: From πρό (pro, "before") and αἱρέω (haireō, "to choose" or "to take") Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "proaireó," the concept of choosing or preferring is present in Hebrew words like בָּחַר (bachar, Strong's H977), which means "to choose" or "to select." Usage: The verb "proaireó" conveys the idea of making a deliberate choice or decision in advance. It implies a thoughtful and intentional selection, often reflecting a preference or purpose that is determined before taking action. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the act of choosing or preferring something with intention and forethought. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, the concept of choice and preference was significant in philosophical discussions about ethics and virtue. The ability to choose wisely was often associated with wisdom and moral character. In the context of early Christianity, making choices aligned with God's will was seen as a reflection of one's faith and commitment to living a life pleasing to God. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom pro and haireó Definition to bring forth or forward NASB Translation purposed (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4255: προαιρέωπροαιρέω, προαίρω: by prose writings from Herodotus (rather, from Thucydides 8, 90 at the end (in poetry, from Aristophanes Thesm. 419)) down, to bring forward, bring forth from one's stores; middle to bring forth for oneself, to choose for oneself before another i. e. to prefer; to purpose: καθώς προαιρεῖται (L T Tr WH the perfect προῄρηται) τῇ καρδία, 2 Corinthians 9:7. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance purpose. From pro and haireomai; to choose for oneself before another thing (prefer), i.e. (by implication) to propose (intend) -- purpose. see GREEK pro see GREEK haireomai Forms and Transliterations προαιρείται προαιρούνται προείλετο προελέσθαι προηρηται προῄρηται proḗiretai proḗirētai proeretai proērētaiLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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