4861. sumpsuchos

Lexicon

sumpsuchos: United in spirit, like-minded, harmonious

Original Word: σύμψυχος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: sumpsuchos
Pronunciation: soom'-psoo-khos
Phonetic Spelling: (soom'-psoo-khos)
Definition: United in spirit, like-minded, harmonious
Meaning: of one accord.

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

like-minded.

From sun and psuche; co-spirited, i.e. Similar in sentiment -- like-minded.

see GREEK sun

see GREEK psuche

HELPS Word-studies

4861 sýmpsyxos (from 4862 /sýn, "closely identified with" and 5590/psyxē, "soul") – properly, closely united in soul, i.e. people sharing the same identity because they are "in Christ" – hence, mutually supporting what God reveals through faith (His inworked persuasion, 4102 /pístis).

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from sun and psuché
Definition
of one mind
NASB Translation
united in spirit (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 4861: σύμψυχος

σύμψυχος (T WH συνψυχος (cf. σύν, II. at the end)), συμψυχον (σύν and ψυχή), of one mind (Vulg.unanimis): of one accord, Philippians 2:2. (Ecclesiastical writings.)

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: From σύν (syn, meaning "with" or "together") and ψυχή (psyche, meaning "soul" or "life").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for σύμψυχος, the concept of unity and harmony among God's people is echoed in various Hebrew terms and ideas, such as יַחַד (yachad, Strong's H3162), meaning "together" or "in union," and אֶחָד (echad, Strong's H259), meaning "one" or "united." These terms reflect the Old Testament emphasis on the unity of God's people, as seen in passages like Psalm 133:1, "How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!"

Usage: The term σύμψυχος is used in the New Testament to describe a deep unity and harmony among believers, emphasizing a shared purpose and mutual concern.

Context: The Greek term σύμψυχος appears in the New Testament in Philippians 2:2, where the Apostle Paul exhorts the believers to be "like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose." This word captures the essence of Christian unity, which goes beyond mere agreement in thought to encompass a profound spiritual and emotional connection among members of the body of Christ.

In Philippians 2:2 (BSB), Paul writes: "then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose." Here, σύμψυχος is translated as "united in spirit," highlighting the call for believers to live in harmony, reflecting the unity of the Spirit in their relationships and communal life.

The concept of σύμψυχος is rooted in the early Christian understanding of the Church as a living organism, where each member is interconnected and interdependent. This unity is not merely organizational but is deeply spiritual, reflecting the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. It is a unity that is characterized by love, humility, and selflessness, as believers are called to consider others more significant than themselves (Philippians 2:3).

The use of σύμψυχος in the New Testament underscores the importance of relational harmony and shared mission within the Christian community. It serves as a reminder that true unity is achieved not through uniformity but through a shared commitment to the values and purposes of the Gospel.

Forms and Transliterations

σύμψυχοι συνψυχοι σύνψυχοι sumpsuchoi sympsychoi sýmpsychoi

Englishman's Concordance

Philippians 2:2 Adj-NMP
GRK: ἀγάπην ἔχοντες σύμψυχοι τὸ ἓν
NAS: love, united in spirit, intent
KJV: love, [being] of one accord, of one
INT: love having joined in soul the one thing

Strong's Greek 4861
1 Occurrence

σύμψυχοι — 1 Occ.