4825. sumboulos

Lexicon

sumboulos: Counselor, Advisor

Original Word: σύμβουλος
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: sumboulos
Pronunciation: SOOM-boo-los
Phonetic Spelling: (soom'-boo-los)
Definition: Counselor, Advisor
Meaning: an adviser, counselor.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

counselor.

From sun and boule; a consultor, i.e. Adviser -- counsellor.

see GREEK sun

see GREEK boule

HELPS Word-studies

4825 sýmboulos (from 4862 /sýn, "identified closely with" and 1012 /boulḗ, "determined plan") – properly, a consultant; a formal (official) advisor or counselor (used only in Ro 11:34).

[See Is 40:13 for its Hebrew counterpart (OT 6098).]

Ro 11:34: "For who has known the mind of the lord, or who became his counselor (4825 /sýmboulos)?" (NASU).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from sun and boulé
Definition
a counselor
NASB Translation
counselor (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4825: σύμβουλος

σύμβουλος, συμβούλου, ὁ (σύν and βουλή), an adviser, counsellor: Romans 11:34 from Isaiah 40:13. (Tragg. (Herodotus), Aristophanes, Xenophon, Plato, others.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from σύν (syn, "with") and βουλή (boulē, "counsel" or "advice").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: • H3289 יָעַץ (ya'ats): To advise, counsel, or consult.
• H5475 סוֹד (sod): Counsel, secret, or intimate conversation.
• H6098 עֵצָה (etsah): Advice, counsel, or purpose.

These Hebrew terms reflect similar concepts of providing guidance and advice, emphasizing the importance of wise and godly counsel throughout the biblical narrative. The role of a counselor, as seen in both the Old and New Testaments, underscores the value placed on wisdom and discernment in leadership and personal decision-making.

Usage: The term σύμβουλος is used in the New Testament to describe someone who provides guidance or advice, often in a formal or official capacity.

Context: The Greek term σύμβουλος appears in the New Testament context as a descriptor for individuals who hold positions of influence or authority, providing guidance and advice to others. The role of a σύμβουλος is significant in both secular and religious settings, where wise counsel is sought for decision-making and leadership.

In the Berean Standard Bible, σύμβουλος is notably used in the context of describing the role of counselors in governance or leadership. For example, in the Gospel of Mark, the term is used to describe Joseph of Arimathea, who is referred to as a "prominent council member" (Mark 15:43 BSB), indicating his role as a respected adviser within the Jewish council.

The concept of a counselor is deeply rooted in the biblical tradition, where wisdom and guidance are highly valued. The role of a σύμβουλος is not merely to provide advice but to offer insight that aligns with moral and ethical principles, often reflecting divine wisdom. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of seeking wise counsel, as seen in the wisdom literature of the Old Testament.

Forms and Transliterations

σύμβουλοι σύμβουλοί σύμβουλον συμβουλος σύμβουλος συμβούλους συμβούλων sumboulos symboulos sýmboulos

Englishman's Concordance

Romans 11:34 N-NMS
GRK: ἢ τίς σύμβουλος αὐτοῦ ἐγένετο
NAS: WHO BECAME HIS COUNSELOR?
KJV: hath been his counsellor?
INT: or who counselor of him became

Strong's Greek 4825
1 Occurrence

σύμβουλος — 1 Occ.