4859. sumphónos

Lexicon

sumphónos: Agreeing, harmonious, in accord

Original Word: σύμφωνος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: sumphónos
Pronunciation: soom'-fo-nos
Phonetic Spelling: (soom'-fo-nos)
Definition: Agreeing, harmonious, in accord
Meaning: harmonious, agreeing with.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

consent.

From sun and phone; sounding together (alike), i.e. (figuratively) accordant (neuter as noun, agreement) -- consent.

see GREEK sun

see GREEK phone

HELPS Word-studies

4859 sýmphōnos (from 4862 /sýn, "closely identify with" and 5456 /phōnḗ, "voice," which is the root of the English term, "symphony") – properly, be of one voice (voice the same opinion); bilateral agreement between marriage-partners to temporarily abstain from sexual relations (used only in 1 Cor 7:5).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from sun and phóné
Definition
calling out together, i.e. agreeing
NASB Translation
agreement (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4859: σύμφωνος

σύμφωνος, σύμφωνον (σύν and φωνή), from (Homer h. Merc. 51; Sophocles), Plato, Aristotle down, harmonious, accordant, agreeing; τό σύμφωνον, thing agreed upon, compact (Epictetus diss. 1, 19, 27): ἐκ συμφώνου, by mutual consent, by agreement, 1 Corinthians 7:5 (cf. Winers Grammar, 303 (285); Buttmann, § 139, 20.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from σύν (syn, "together with") and φωνή (phōnē, "sound" or "voice").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for σύμφωνος, the concept of agreement and harmony can be related to Hebrew terms such as יַחַד (yachad, Strong's Hebrew 3162), meaning "together" or "united," and שָׁלוֹם (shalom, Strong's Hebrew 7965), meaning "peace" or "wholeness," which often implies harmony and concord.

Usage: The word σύμφωνος is used in the New Testament to describe agreement or harmony, particularly in the context of relationships or collective actions. It appears in contexts where unity and concord are emphasized.

Context: The Greek term σύμφωνος is used in the New Testament to express the concept of harmony and agreement among individuals or groups. It is a compound word formed from σύν, meaning "together with," and φωνή, meaning "sound" or "voice." This etymology suggests a coming together of voices or sounds to create a unified or harmonious outcome.

In the New Testament, σύμφωνος is used to describe situations where there is a mutual agreement or a shared purpose. For example, in Matthew 18:19 (BSB), Jesus speaks of the power of agreement in prayer: "Again, I tell you truly that if two of you on the earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven." Here, the concept of σύμφωνος underscores the importance of unity and collective faith in the community of believers.

The term also appears in contexts that emphasize the importance of harmonious relationships within the body of Christ. The early Christian community is often encouraged to maintain unity and peace, reflecting the harmonious nature of their shared faith and mission.

The use of σύμφωνος in the New Testament highlights the value placed on unity and agreement among believers. It serves as a reminder of the power and effectiveness of collective action and shared purpose, particularly in spiritual matters.

Forms and Transliterations

σύμφωνον συμφωνου συμφώνου συμψησθείς συμψησθώσι sumphonou sumphōnou symphonou symphōnou symphṓnou

Englishman's Concordance

1 Corinthians 7:5 Adj-GNS
GRK: ἂν ἐκ συμφώνου πρὸς καιρὸν
NAS: except by agreement for a time,
KJV: [it be] with consent for a time,
INT: anyhow by consent for because a season

Strong's Greek 4859
1 Occurrence

συμφώνου — 1 Occ.