Lexicon prosphilés: Pleasing, agreeable, lovely Original Word: προσφιλές Strong's Exhaustive Concordance lovely. From a presumed compound of pros and phileo; friendly towards, i.e. Acceptable -- lovely. see GREEK pros see GREEK phileo HELPS Word-studies 4375 prosphilḗs (an adjective, derived from 4314 /prós, "extending toward" and 5368 /philéō, "affectionate caring") – properly, worthy of personal affection; hence, dearly prized, i.e. worth the effort to have and embrace (used only in Phil 4:8). NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom pros and phileó Definition pleasing, agreeable NASB Translation lovely (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4375: προσφιλήςπροσφιλής, προσφιλές (πρός and φιλέω), acceptable, pleasing (A. V. lovely): Philippians 4:8. (From (Aeschylus and) Herodotus down; Sir. 4:7 Sir. 20:13.) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: Derived from the Greek preposition "πρός" (pros, meaning "towards" or "to") and the adjective "φίλος" (philos, meaning "beloved" or "dear").Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for "προσφιλές," similar concepts can be found in Hebrew words that convey ideas of loveliness or pleasantness, such as: Usage: The word "προσφιλές" is used in the New Testament to describe qualities or attributes that are considered admirable or worthy of love and respect. It appears in contexts that encourage believers to focus on virtuous and commendable things. Context: The Greek term "προσφιλές" is found in the New Testament in Philippians 4:8, where the Apostle Paul exhorts the believers in Philippi to meditate on things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. In this context, "προσφιλές" is part of a list of virtues that Christians are encouraged to consider and embody in their lives. The use of "προσφιλές" highlights the importance of focusing on positive and uplifting qualities that reflect the character of Christ and promote harmony and love within the Christian community. Forms and Transliterations προσφιλη προσφιλή προσφιλῆ prosphile prosphilê prosphilē prosphilē̂Links Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |