4763. stréniaó

Lexicon

stréniaó: To live luxuriously, to revel, to indulge in luxury

Original Word: στρηνιάω
Part of Speech: Verb
Transliteration: stréniaó
Pronunciation: stray-nee-AH-oh
Phonetic Spelling: (stray-nee-ah'-o)
Definition: To live luxuriously, to revel, to indulge in luxury
Meaning: I live luxuriously, revel, riot.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

live luxuriously

From a presumed derivative of strenos; to be luxurious -- live deliciously.

see GREEK strenos

HELPS Word-studies

Cognate: 4763 strēniáō – living in sensual, lustful behavior, i.e. in self-indulgence (wanton luxury). See 4764 (strēnos).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from the same as strénos
Definition
to run riot
NASB Translation
lived sensuously (2).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4763: στρηνιάω

στρηνιάω, στρηνιω: 1 aor ἐστρηνίασα; (from στρῆνος, which see); a word used in middle and later Comedy for τρυφαν (cf. Lob. ad Phryn., p. 381; (Rutherford, New Phryn., p. 475f; Winers Grammar, 25)); to be wanton, to live luxuriously: Revelation 18:7, 9. (Compare: καταστρηνιάω.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from a presumed derivative of the Greek word "στρήνος" (strēnos), meaning "luxury" or "wantonness."

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for στρηνιάω, the concept of living in luxury and indulgence can be related to several Hebrew terms that describe similar behaviors, such as:
• H1984 הָלַל (halal): Often used to describe boastful or foolish behavior, which can be associated with self-indulgence.
• H7600 שַׁעֲשׁוּעִים (sha'ashu'im): Refers to delights or luxuries, highlighting the idea of indulgence in pleasures.

These Hebrew terms, while not direct equivalents, capture the essence of living in a manner that prioritizes personal pleasure and excess over spiritual and moral integrity.

Usage: The term is used in the New Testament to describe a lifestyle characterized by excessive indulgence and moral laxity. It conveys the idea of living in a manner that is self-indulgent and lacking in restraint.

Context: The Greek verb στρηνιάω appears in the New Testament in contexts that highlight the moral and spiritual dangers of excessive indulgence and luxury. It is used to describe behaviors that are contrary to the virtues of self-control and moderation, which are commended in Christian teaching. The term is found in James 5:5, where it is used to admonish those who live in self-indulgence and pleasure, warning them of the impending judgment due to their lack of concern for righteousness and justice.

In James 5:5 (BSB), the verse reads: "You have lived on earth in luxury and self-indulgence. You have fattened your hearts in the day of slaughter." Here, στρηνιάω is translated as "self-indulgence," emphasizing the moral recklessness and spiritual complacency of those who prioritize earthly pleasures over spiritual responsibilities.

The use of στρηνιάω serves as a caution against the seductive nature of wealth and comfort, which can lead individuals away from a life of faithfulness and obedience to God. It underscores the biblical principle that true fulfillment and security are found not in material abundance but in a life aligned with God's will.

Forms and Transliterations

εστρηνίασε εστρηνιασεν ἐστρηνίασεν στρηνιασαντες στρηνιάσαντες estreniasen estreníasen estrēniasen estrēníasen streniasantes streniásantes strēniasantes strēniásantes

Englishman's Concordance

Revelation 18:7 V-AIA-3S
GRK: αὑτὴν καὶ ἐστρηνίασεν τοσοῦτον δότε
NAS: herself and lived sensuously, to the same degree
KJV: and lived deliciously, so much
INT: herself and lived luxuriously so much give

Revelation 18:9 V-APA-NMP
GRK: πορνεύσαντες καὶ στρηνιάσαντες ὅταν βλέπωσιν
NAS: who committed [acts of] immorality and lived sensuously with her, will weep
KJV: and lived deliciously with
INT: having committed sexual immorality and having lived luxuriously when they see

Strong's Greek 4763
2 Occurrences

ἐστρηνίασεν — 1 Occ.
στρηνιάσαντες — 1 Occ.